Andrew Jackson Montague

Andrew Jackson Montague (October 3, 1862 – January 24, 1937) was a U.S. politician from Virginia. He served as the 44th Governor of Virginia, from 1902 to 1906, and a Congressman from 1912 until his death in 1937. A Conservative Democrat, he is best remembered for his support of public education and the Good Roads Movement during his term as Governor.

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