About George M. Govan
Lived 1840 – 1899 (aged 58). George M. Govan was an American military officer and politician.
George Morgan Govan (October 30, 1840 - April 14, 1899) was an American military officer and Democratic politician from Mississippi. He was the 27th Secretary of State of Mississippi, serving from 1886 to 1896.
Early life George Morgan Govan was born on October 30, 1840, in Marshall County, Mississippi. He was the son of Andrew R. Govan, who was born in Holly Springs, South Carolina and member of the United States House of Representatives. After the war, he returned to Marshall County to farm. He was re-elected in 1889 and was re-inaugurated in 1890.
Personal life Govan married Jane B. Edmondson in Elyton, Alabama, on February 26, 1865. They had three children together: Andrew R., Eliza, and John H.
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Who was George M. Govan?
American military officer and politician
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George M. Govan was born on 30 October 1840 in Marshall County.
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George M. Govan died on 14 April 1899 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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George M. Govan was a military officer and politician.
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George M. Govan was American.
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