James Wood (governor)

For other people with the same name, see James Wood.

James Wood
11th Governor of Virginia
In office
December 1, 1796 – December 1, 1799
Preceded byRobert Brooke
Succeeded byJames Monroe
Personal details
BornJanuary 28, 1741
Winchester, Virginia
DiedJune 16, 1813 (aged 72)
Richmond, Virginia, US
PartyFederalist
SpouseJean Moncure
ProfessionVestryman, soldier, politician
Signature
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James Wood (January 28, 1741 – June 16, 1813) was an officer of the Continental Army during the American Revolution and would later serve as the 11th Governor of Virginia from 1796-1799. He was an active member of the Virginia Society for the Abolition of Slavery.

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