South Carolina Governors – William Aiken, 1844-1846
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Biographical Overview
- Born: January 28, 1806 in Charleston, South Carolina
- Died: September 6, 1887 in Flat Rock, NC
- Buried: Charleston, SC in Magnolia Cemetery
- Religion: Episcopalian
- Political Party: Democrat
Education
Occupation
Major Events and Accomplishments, 1844–1846
- 1845 – The General Assembly chartered the Graniteville Manufacturing Company
Other Government Positions
- South Carolina House of Representatives, 1838-1842
- South Carolina Senate, 1842-1844
- US House of Representatives, 1851-1857
Other Accomplishments, Honors, Distinctions
- Aiken was arrested by federal authorities for refusing to attend the raising of the US flag at Fort Sumter after its capture by Union troops.
- Aiken was reelected to the US House of Representatives after the Civil War but was denied his seat.
Election Results
- On December 7, 1844, the South Carolina General Assembly elected Aiken for governor by secret ballot.
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