George Llewellyn Christian

Early life and education Born on April 13, 1841, in Charles City County, Virginia, Christian was the son of Edmund Thomas Christian and Tabitha Rebecca Graves, his wife. His father's ancestor, Thomas Christian, settled in Charles City County, Virginia, in 1687, having come from Isle of Man. His grandfather was Turner Christian, who was a brother of Henry Christian, who was a captain in the American Revolutionary War. On his mother's side, Christian's ancestors were of English descent. His early education was obtained in private schools, and in the Northwood and Taylorsville Academies of Charles City county.

Personal life Christian was a Democrat. His first wife was Ida Morris, by whom he had three children: Cassie Claudia, Morris H., and George L., Jr. His second wife was Emma Christian, by whom he had three children: Stuart, William, and Frank. He lived in Richmond, Virginia.