Henry Connelly

Henry Connelly
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(1866-08-12) (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.