Thomas Bibb facts for kids
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Thomas Bibb
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| 2nd Governor of Alabama | |
| In office July 10, 1820 – November 9, 1821 |
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| Preceded by | William Wyatt Bibb |
| Succeeded by | Israel Pickens |
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| Born | May 8, 1783 Amelia County, Virginia |
| Died | September 20, 1839 (aged 56) Mobile, Alabama |
| Political party | Democratic-Republican |
| Spouse | Parmelia Thompson Bibb |
| Profession | Politician |
Thomas Bibb (born May 8, 1783 – died September 20, 1839) was the second governor of the US state of Alabama. He served as governor from 1820 to 1821.
Thomas Bibb was the president of the Alabama Senate when his brother, Governor William Wyatt Bibb, passed away. His brother died on July 10, 1820, after falling from a horse. Because of his role as Senate president, Thomas Bibb became governor. He took over for the rest of his brother's term, as stated in the state constitution. He did not run for governor in the next election. Later, he served in the Alabama House of Representatives.
Early Life and Family
Thomas Bibb was born in Amelia County, Virginia, in 1783. He spent his childhood growing up in the state of Georgia. Later, he moved to the area that would become Alabama.
He married Parmelia Thompson in 1809. They remained married until his death on September 20, 1839.
Belle Mina Plantation
Bibb owned a large farm and home called Belle Mina. This property was located in Belle Mina, Alabama. It was a significant place in the area during his time.
Connections and Legacy
Thomas Bibb was an ancestor of James C. Gardner. Gardner was a Louisiana politician. He served as the mayor of Shreveport from 1954 to 1958.
Julia Pleasants and David Creswell were Gardner's great-grandparents on his mother's side. They got married in 1854. Their wedding took place at Bibb's large home, Belle Mina. This home was in Limestone County, near Huntsville, Alabama.
