Gabriel Johnston
Gabriel Johnston | |
|---|---|
| 6th Governor of North Carolina | |
| In office 2 November 1734 – 17 July 1752 | |
| Monarch | George II |
| Preceded by | Nathaniel Rice (acting) |
| Succeeded by | Nathaniel Rice (acting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1699 |
| Died | 17 July 1752 (aged 53) |
| Resting place | St. Paul's Church, Edenton 36°03′40.6″N 76°36′31.8″W / 36.061278°N 76.608833°W |
| Profession | Physician, writer, professor |
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Gabriel Johnston (1699 – 17 July 1752) was a British colonial official who served as the sixth provincial governor of North Carolina from 1734 until his death in 1752. He was the longest serving governor, holding the office for 18 years.