George Truitt

George Truitt (* 1756 in Felton, Kent County, Delaware, † October 8, 1818 ) was an American politician and 1808-1811 Governor of the State of Delaware.

Early years and political rise

George Truitt enjoyed a private education and grew up on a large farm. In 1787 he was a member of the Assembly, which ratified the U.S. Constitution for the State of Delaware. Between 1788 and 1791, and again in 1793 he was a delegate in the House of Representatives from Delaware, and from 1802 to 1807 he was a member of the State Senate. In 1807 he was elected as a candidate of the Federalist Party against his eventual successor Joseph Haslet for governor of his state.

Governor of Delaware

George Truitt joined his three -year term on 19 January 1808. At this time the State of Delaware had 72 674 inhabitants according to the census. The Governor first had to deal with issues such as slavery, the education policy and reform of the judiciary. Against the backdrop of increasing tensions between the United States and the United Kingdom, the federal government obligated the State of Delaware to outfit a about 1,300 -strong militia. In turn, demanded Delaware that the federal defenses erected for five cities in the state.

Further CV

After the end of his governorship to Truitt withdrew from politics. He died in October 1818., With his wife Margaret Hodgson he had a daughter. George Truitt was initially buried in Felton. In 1903 he was reburied at a cemetery in Frederica.