Fob James
Fob James | |
|---|---|
| 48th Governor of Alabama | |
| In office January 16, 1995 – January 18, 1999 | |
| Lieutenant | Don Siegelman |
| Preceded by | Jim Folsom Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Don Siegelman |
| In office January 15, 1979 – January 17, 1983 | |
| Lieutenant | George McMillan |
| Preceded by | George Wallace |
| Succeeded by | George Wallace |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Forrest Hood James Jr. September 15, 1934 Lanett, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican (early 1970s–1978, 1994–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Democratic (before early 1970s, 1978–1994) |
| Spouse | Bobbie Mooney |
| Children | 4, including Tim James |
| Profession | Politician, football player, civil engineer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | US Army |
| Years of service | 1956–1958 |
| Rank | Second lieutenant |
| Unit | Corps of Engineers |
Forrest Hood "Fob" James Jr. (born September 15, 1934) is an American politician, civil engineer, entrepreneur, and former football player. He served as the 48th governor of Alabama, first as a Democrat from 1979–1983, and then as a Republican from 1995 to 1999.