Thomas Stockton
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For the Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives, see Thomas H. Stockton. For the English-born judge in Ireland, see Thomas Stockton (judge).
Thomas Stockton (April 1, 1781 ā March 2, 1846) was an American soldier and politician from New Castle in New Castle County, Delaware. He was a veteran of the War of 1812, and a member of the Whig Party, who served as Governor of Delaware.
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Quick Facts 33rd Governor of Delaware, Preceded by ...
Thomas Stockton | |
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33rd Governor of Delaware | |
In office January 21, 1845 ā March 2, 1846 | |
Preceded by | William B. Cooper |
Succeeded by | Joseph Maull |
Personal details | |
Born | (1781-04-01)April 1, 1781 New Castle County, Delaware, U.S. |
Died | March 2, 1846(1846-03-02) (aged 64) New Castle, Delaware, U.S. |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Fidelia Johns |
Residence(s) | New Castle, Delaware, U.S. |
Occupation | Soldier |
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