Joshua H. Marvil

About

Merchant, politician, and member of the Republican Party who served as Governor of Delaware from January 15, 1895 until his death on April 8, 1895.

Before Fame

He was a member of the Methodist Church and worked as a shipbuilder and a farm equipment manufacturer when he was in his 20's.

Trivia

He was the ninth Governor of Delaware to die in office.

Family Life

He married Sarah Ann Sirman and together they had three children: Joseph, Vendreths, and Joshua.

Associated With

He was a Republican Governor like Jan Brewer.