William A. Buckingham
William A. Buckingham | |
|---|---|
| 41st Governor of Connecticut | |
| In office May 5, 1858 – May 2, 1866 | |
| Lieutenant | Julius Catlin Benjamin Douglas Roger Averill |
| Preceded by | Alexander H. Holley |
| Succeeded by | Joseph R. Hawley |
| United States Senator from Connecticut | |
| In office March 4, 1869 – February 5, 1875 | |
| Preceded by | James Dixon |
| Succeeded by | William W. Eaton |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 28, 1804 Lebanon, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | February 5, 1875 (aged 70) Norwich, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Resting place | Yantic Cemetery, Norwich |
| Political party | Republican National Union (1864-1866) |
| Spouse | Eliza Ripley Buckingham |
| Children | 2 |
| Profession | Manufacturer, politician |
William Alfred Buckingham (May 28, 1804 – February 5, 1875) was an American politician who served as the governor of Connecticut during the Civil War and later as a United States senator.