Alexander McKinstry
Alexander McKinstry (March 7, 1822 – October 9, 1879) was the third Lieutenant Governor of Alabama. A Republican, McKinstry served under Governor David P. Lewis of the same political party from 1872 to 1874. He was the last Republican to serve as Lieutenant Governor until Steve Windom was sworn-in 125 years later.
Alexander McKinstry | |
|---|---|
| 3rd Lieutenant Governor of Alabama | |
| In office November 17, 1872 – November 24, 1874 | |
| Governor | David P. Lewis |
| Preceded by | Edward H. Moren |
| Succeeded by | Robert F. Ligon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 7, 1822 Augusta, Georgia |
| Died | October 9, 1879 (aged 57) |
| Resting place | Magnolia Cemetery Mobile, Alabama |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Virginia Thompson Dade |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 32nd Regiment Alabama Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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