James L. Alcorn
James Lusk Alcorn (
November 4,
1816 -
December 19,
1894) was a prominent political figure in
Mississippi during the 19th century. He served in the state house of representatives and senate during the 1840's and 1850's. During the
American Civil War, he rose to the rank of general in the
Confederate Army by war's end. He later served as
Republican Governor from 1870-1871, resigned to become
U.S. Senator (1871-1877).
Alcorn County, Mississippi is named in his honor.