Walter Harriman (governor)

Walter Harriman (governor)

Walter Harriman (April 8, 1817 – July 25, 1884) was an American preacher, merchant, soldier, and politician who served two terms as the Governor of New Hampshire. He was a brevet brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

Read more about Walter Harriman (governor):  Early Life and Career, Civil War, Postbellum Career

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