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Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs
1821Sep, 28

Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs

Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs, American minister and politician (d. 1874)
Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs, II (September 28, 1821 – August 14, 1874) was an American Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida, and along with Josiah Thomas Walls, U.S. Congressman from Florida, was among the most powerful black officeholders in the state during Reconstruction. An African-American who served during the Reconstruction era he was the first and so far only black Florida Secretary of State.

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  • 9Jul

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  • 23Jul

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    While the Mora Rebellion continues, Greeks capture Monemvasia Castle. Turkish troops and citizens are transferred to Minor Asia coasts.
  • 28Nov

    Gran Colombia

    Panama Independence Day: Panama separates from Spain and joins Gran Colombia.