Andrew Pickens (governor)

Andrew Pickens Jr. (December 13, 1779 – June 24, 1838) was an American soldier and politician. He served as the 46th Governor of South Carolina from 1816 until 1818.

This article is about the Governor of South Carolina. For other people named Andrew Pickens, see Andrew Pickens (disambiguation).

His Excellency
Andrew Pickens
46th Governor of South Carolina
In office
December 1, 1816 – December 1, 1818
LieutenantJohn A. Cuthbert
Preceded byDavid Rogerson Williams
Succeeded byJohn Geddes
Personal details
Born(1779-12-13)December 13, 1779
Edgefield County, South Carolina
DiedJune 24, 1838(1838-06-24) (aged 58)
Pontotock, Mississippi
Political partyDemocratic-Republican
Spouse(s)Susan Smith
Mary Willing Nelson
Alma materCollege of New Jersey
Professionsoldier, attorney
Military service
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Ranklieutenant-colonel
Battles/warsWar of 1812
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