James Madison Wells

Depiction from [[Harper's Weekly]], 1865. James Madison Wells (January 7, 1808February 28, 1899) was a planter, lawyer, and politician who became the 20th Governor of Louisiana during Reconstruction. Although a slave owner, Wells opposed succession and remained loyal to The Union throughout the Civil War. After serving as Lieutenant Governor under Michael Hahn, he assumed office as Governor after Hahn was elected to the U.S. Senate. Provided by Wikipedia
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