James H. Godman
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James Harper Godman (October 19, 1808 – October 4, 1891) was a Republican politician in the U.S. State of Ohio who was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives and Ohio Senate, and was Ohio State Auditor for eight years, (1864–1872). He was also a Union Army soldier in the American Civil War.
Quick Facts 11th Ohio State Auditor, Governor ...
James Harper Godman | |
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11th Ohio State Auditor | |
In office January 11, 1864 – January 8, 1872 | |
Governor | John Brough Charles Anderson Jacob Dolson Cox Rutherford B. Hayes |
Preceded by | Oviatt Cole |
Succeeded by | James Williams |
Personal details | |
Born | (1808-10-19)October 19, 1808 Berkeley County, Virginia, US |
Died | October 4, 1891(1891-10-04) (aged 82) Marion, Ohio, US |
Resting place | Marion Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | Union Army |
Years of service | April 25, 1861-July 28, 1863 |
Rank | Colonel Bvt. Brigadier General |
Commands | 4th Ohio Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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