David Campbell (Virginia politician)

David Campbell ( born August 2, 1779 Royal Oak, Washington County, Virginia; † March 19, 1859 in Abingdon, Virginia ) was an American politician and from 1837 to 1840 Governor of Virginia.

Early years and political rise

David Campbell joined with 15 years of Virginia militia, in which he brought it up to the captain. He was also a successful merchant in Abingdon. Between 1802 and 1812 he was also employed in the administration of Washington County as a Deputy Clerk. During the British -American War of 1812 he served in the U.S. Armed Forces, but had to retire early for health reasons from active military service. Under Governor James Barbour ( 1812-14 ) he was a liaison officer ( aide- de-camp ) between the militia and the governor. After a brief return to active military service in the militia, in which he was promoted to brigadier general, he again worked in the administration of Washington County.

Governor of Virginia and other CV

Between 1820 and 1824 David Campbell was a member of the Senate of Virginia, and then again the staff of the Washington County. At that time he was a member of the Democratic Party, founded by Andrew Jackson, as their candidate, he was elected in 1837 as governor of his state. Campbell took up his new post on March 31, 1837 and held it until March 31, 1840. During this time some laws to improve the situation of battered by an economic crisis, banks and debtors have been adopted. Campbell sat unsuccessful for a uniform throughout Virginia school system. After the end of his tenure, David Campbell worked as a Justice of the Peace in Washington County. He died on 19 March 1859., The ex - governor was married to Mary Hamilton.

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