James Hamilton Jr.
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Most Influential Person Across History
Governor of South Carolina
Why Is James Hamilton Jr. Influential?
(Suggest an Edit or Addition)According to Wikipedia, James Hamilton Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. He represented South Carolina in the U.S. Congress and served as its 53rd governor . Prior to that, Hamilton achieved widespread recognition and public approval for his actions as Intendant of the city of Charleston, South Carolina in 1822, during the period when plans for a slave rising were revealed. As governor, he led the state during the Nullification Crisis of 1832, at the peak of his power.
