James L. Hinds

James L. Hinds was an American politician and lawyer from Mississippi in the mid-1800s. He served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives during the Civil War era. Hinds was known for supporting the Confederacy and the Southern cause during the Civil War, reflecting the political tensions of the time. He was also involved in law practice and local politics. Tragically, Hinds was killed in 1868 during a period of political upheaval in Mississippi, making him a notable figure linked to the Civil War and Reconstruction history.