Andrew Pickens (governor)
Andrew Pickens | |
|---|---|
| 46th Governor of South Carolina | |
| In office December 1, 1816 – December 1, 1818 | |
| Lieutenant | John A. Cuthbert |
| Preceded by | David Rogerson Williams |
| Succeeded by | John Geddes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 13, 1779 Edgefield County, South Carolina |
| Died | June 24, 1838 (aged 58) Pontotock, Mississippi |
| Political party | Democratic-Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Susan Smith Mary Willing Nelson |
| Alma mater | College of New Jersey |
| Profession | soldier, attorney |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Rank | lieutenant-colonel |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
Andrew Pickens Jr. (December 13, 1779 – June 24, 1838) was an American soldier and politician. He served as the 46th Governor of South Carolina from 1816 until 1818.