William H. H. Ross

William H. H. Ross

William Henry Harrison Ross (June 2, 1814 – June 30, 1887) was an American farmer and politician from Seaford, in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. He was a member of the Democratic Party who served as Governor of Delaware.

Read more about William H. H. Ross:  Early Life and Family, Professional and Political Career, Slavery and The Civil War, Death and Legacy, Almanac

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