James Whitfield (Mississippi politician)

James Whitfield
18th Governor of Mississippi
In office November 24, 1851 – January 10, 1852
Preceded by	John I. Guion
Succeeded by	Henry 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.
Died	June 25, 1875(1875-06-25) (aged 83) Columbus, Mississippi, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Louisa Dyer
Residence	Snowdoun 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.^[1] He also served in both houses of the Mississippi Legislature.