Henry Connelly | |
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.jpg) From 1909's The History of the Military Occupation of the Territory of New Mexico from 1846 to 1851. | |
| 4th Civilian Governor of New Mexico Territory | |
| In office June 1850 – September 1850 | |
| Preceded by | John Munroe |
| Succeeded by | John Munroe |
| 5th Governor of New Mexico Territory | |
| In office September 4, 1861 – July 6, 1866 | |
| Preceded by | Abraham Rencher |
| Succeeded by | Robert Byington Mitchell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1800 Spencer County, Kentucky, US |
| Died | August 12, 1866 (aged 65–66) |
| Occupation | Physician and merchant |
| Known for | Governor of New Mexico |
Henry Connelly (1800–August 12, 1866) was Governor of the New Mexico Territory during the American Civil War. He was appointed by President Lincoln and served from September 4, 1861, until July 6, 1866. During his term, the territory broke into two, and then three parts due to the Civil War and administrative problems.