William Burton

Physician, 39th Governor of Delaware

William Burton - Leaders & Politicians born October 16th, 1789
Born
Died

1866
159 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 39th Governor of Delaware from 1861 to 1863. Worked as a physician before and during his political career. Took office amid the Civil War, focusing on issues related to public health and governance. After his term, remained active in state politics and contributed to the Democratic Party's strategies during a tumultuous period in American history.

Governed Delaware during the Civil War

Contributed to the Democratic Party's strategies

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