James Whitfield (Mississippi politician)

James Whitfield
18th Governor of Mississippi
In office
November 24, 1851  January 10, 1852
Preceded byJohn I. Guion
Succeeded byHenry S. Foote
Member of the Mississippi House of Representatives
Member of the Mississippi Senate
Personal details
Born(1791-12-15)December 15, 1791
Elbert County, Georgia, U.S.
DiedJune 25, 1875(1875-06-25) (aged 83)
Columbus, Mississippi, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseLouisa Dyer
ResidenceSnowdoun Mansion

James Whitfield (December 15, 1791 – June 25, 1875) was an American politician. He served as the Governor of Mississippi from November 24, 1851, to January 10, 1852. He also served in both houses of the Mississippi Legislature.