David Campbell (politician, 1779)

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David Campbell

David Campbell (born August 2, 1779 in Royal Oak , Washington County , Virginia , † March 19, 1859 in Abingdon , Virginia) was an American politician and governor of the state of Virginia from 1837 to 1840 .

Early years and political advancement

David Campbell joined the Virginia militia when he was 15 and made it to captaincy. He was also a successful merchant in Abingdon. Between 1802 and 1812 he was also employed by the Washington County administration as a Deputy Clerk . During the British-American War of 1812 he served in the American armed forces, but had to retire prematurely from active military service for health reasons. Under Governor James Barbour (1812-14) he was a liaison officer ( aide-de-camp ) between the militia and the governor. After a temporary return to active military service in the militia, in which he was promoted to brigadier general, he worked again in the administration of Washington County.

Governor of Virginia and another résumé

Between 1820 and 1824 David Campbell was a member of the Virginia Senate and then a servant again in Washington County. At that time he became a member of the Democratic Party founded by Andrew Jackson , as its candidate he was elected governor of his state in 1837. Campbell took up his new office on March 31, 1837 and held it until March 31, 1840. During this time, several laws were passed to improve the situation of banks and debtors troubled by an economic crisis . Campbell campaigned unsuccessfully for a uniform school system throughout Virginia. After his tenure ended, David Campbell served as a Justice of the Peace in Washington County. He died on March 19, 1859. The ex-governor was married to Maria Hamilton.

literature

  • Robert Sobel and John Raimo (Eds.): Biographical Directory of the Governors of the United States, 1789–1978. Volume 4, Meckler Books, Westport, 1978. 4 volumes.

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personal data
SURNAME Campbell, David
BRIEF DESCRIPTION American politician
DATE OF BIRTH August 2, 1779
PLACE OF BIRTH Royal Oak , Virginia
DATE OF DEATH March 19, 1859
Place of death Abingdon , Virginia