James Garrard

American politician and Baptist minister

James Garrard - Leaders & Politicians born January 14th, 1749
Born
Died

1822
204 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the second governor of Kentucky from 1796 to 1804. Held important positions in the Kentucky legislative assemblies and was involved in the early political landscape of the state. Worked as a Baptist minister and was influential in promoting religious practices. Engaged in farming and contributed to the community's agricultural development.

Served as the second governor of Kentucky

Promoted Baptist religious practices

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