Gerard Brandon

Gerard Brandon IV (November 5, 1861 - August 14, 1956) was an American lawyer and politician. He represented the 9th District in the Mississippi State Senate from 1906 to 1908.

Early life Gerard Brandon IV was born in Washington, Mississippi, on November 5, 1861. He was the son of Dr. James C. Brandon and Anna (Monette) Brandon. Brandon graduated in June 1882, receiving a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts. On December 30, 1905, Brandon was elected without opposition to replace James A. Clinton in the Mississippi State Senate, representing the 9th District (Adams County). By 1956, his law firm was called Brandon, Brandon, Hornsby, and Handy.

Brandon died about noon on August 14, 1956, in Natchez.

Personal life Brandon had two sons, Gerard H. Brandon and James Brandon. He also had a daughter who married W. H. Richey. At the time of his death he was survived by 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.