Henry Parker (Georgia official) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Henry Parker
Governor of Georgia
In office 1751–1752
Monarch	George II
Preceded by	William Stephens
Succeeded by	Patrick Graham
Personal details
Born	c. 1690 Savannah, Georgia
Died	c. 1777 Isle of Hope, Georgia
Profession	Bailiff, governor
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Henry Parker was born near Savannah, Georgia, around 1690. He passed away on the Isle of Hope, Georgia, around 1777. He was an important helper to the governor of Georgia from 1750 to 1751. Later, he became the leader of the Georgia colony, known as the Colonial Governor, from 1751 to 1752.

Henry Parker's Life and Role in Georgia

Henry Parker was an important figure in early Georgia. He helped lead the colony during a time of change.

Early Life and Public Service

In 1734, Henry Parker worked as a bailiff in Savannah. A bailiff was like a local judge or magistrate. They helped keep order and make decisions in the community. Soon after, he helped settle the area called the Isle of Hope.

In 1741, the Georgia colony was divided into two main areas. Henry Parker became an assistant to William Stephens. Stephens was the president of the Savannah area of the Province of Georgia.

Leading the Colony

Henry Parker took over from William Stephens in 1750. In that same year, he led the very first assembly in Georgia. An assembly is like a meeting of leaders. During this meeting, the colony's leader and other members talked to each other in a formal way, similar to how a parliament works.

Henry Parker became the Colonial Governor in 1751. He served in this important role until 1752.

Retirement and Later Years

In 1754, the Georgia colony changed its way of being governed. The original agreement, or "charter," was given back. Because of this change, Henry Parker stepped down from his role as governor. He then moved back to his large farm on the Isle of Hope. He lived there until he passed away at an old age.