Shadrach Bond, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Shadrach Bond

American politician: 1st Governor of Illinois; Illinois Territory congressman

Date of Birth: 24-Nov-1773

Place of Birth: Frederick, Maryland, United States

Date of Death: 12-Apr-1832

Profession: politician, farmer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Shadrach Bond (November 24, 1773 – April 12, 1832) was a representative from the Illinois Territory to the United States Congress.
In 1818, he was elected Governor of Illinois, becoming the new state's first chief executive.
In an example of American politics during the Era of Good Feelings, Bond was elected to both positions without opposition.