Francis Lubbock facts for kids
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Francis Lubbock
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| 9th Governor of Texas | |
| In office November 7, 1861 – November 5, 1863 |
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| Lieutenant | John McClannahan Crockett |
| Preceded by | Edward Clark |
| Succeeded by | Pendleton Murrah |
| 6th Lieutenant Governor of Texas | |
| In office December 21, 1857 – December 21, 1859 |
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| Governor | Hardin R. Runnels |
| Preceded by | Hardin R. Runnels |
| Succeeded by | Edward Clark |
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| Born | October 16, 1815 Beaufort, South Carolina |
| Died | June 22, 1905 (aged 89) Austin, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Politician |
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Francis Richard Lubbock (born October 16, 1815 – died June 22, 1905) was an important politician in Texas history. He served as the ninth Governor of Texas during the American Civil War. He was also the brother of Thomas Saltus Lubbock. A city and county in Texas, Lubbock, are named after his brother.
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Early Life and Texas Beginnings
Francis Lubbock was born on October 16, 1815. His birthplace was Beaufort, South Carolina. His parents were Dr. Henry Thomas Willis and Susan Ann (Saltus) Lubbock. He spent his teenage years attending boarding school in Beaufort.
Before moving to Texas in 1836, Lubbock was a businessman in South Carolina. When Texas was its own country, called the Republic of Texas, he held an important job. President Sam Houston chose him to be the comptroller. This meant he managed the government's money.
Political Career and Civil War Role
In 1857, Francis Lubbock was elected lieutenant governor of Texas. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He tried to be re-elected in 1859 but did not win.
When the Southern states left the United States in 1861, Texas joined the Confederacy. Lubbock then won the election to become the Governor of Texas. During his time as governor, he strongly supported the Confederacy. He worked to get all healthy men, even those from other countries living in Texas, to join the Confederate States Army. This process was called conscription or drafting.
After his term as governor ended in 1863, Lubbock joined the Confederate Army himself. He became a lieutenant colonel. He served under a general named John B. Magruder. By 1864, he received a promotion. He became an aide-de-camp for Jefferson Davis, who was the President of the Confederacy.
When the Confederacy lost the war, Lubbock fled with Jefferson Davis. They were caught by Union soldiers in Georgia. Lubbock was sent to prison at Fort Delaware. He was held there for eight months. After this time, he was released on parole, meaning he promised to follow certain rules.
Life After the War
After returning to Texas, Francis Lubbock continued his business activities. He worked in the cities of Houston and Galveston. Later in his life, he returned to public service. From 1878 to 1891, he served as the Texas State Treasurer. This job meant he was in charge of the state's money again.
Later Years and Legacy
Francis Lubbock passed away in Austin on June 22, 1905. He was 89 years old. He was the last Confederate Governor to die. He is buried at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin.
