Alexander McKinstry | |
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| 3rd Lieutenant Governor of Alabama | |
| In office November 17, 1872 – November 24, 1874 | |
| Governor | David P. Lewis |
| Preceded by | Edward H. Moren |
| Succeeded by | Robert F. Ligon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 7, 1822 Augusta, Georgia, US |
| Died | October 9, 1879 (aged 57) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Virginia Thompson Dade |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 32nd Regiment Alabama Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Alexander McKinstry (March 7, 1822 – October 9, 1879) was the third Lieutenant Governor of Alabama. A Republican, McKinstry served under Governor David P. Lewis of the same political party from 1872 to 1874.[1] He was the last Republican to serve as Lieutenant Governor until Steve Windom was sworn-in 125 years later.