Randall Gibson

Randall Gibson (1832-1892) was an American politician and a prominent figure in Louisiana during the late 19th century. He served as a Confederate general during the Civil War and, after the war, became a key political leader in the Reconstruction era. Gibson was a member of the Democratic Party and held several important positions, including serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and as a U.S. senator. He was influential in shaping post-war policies and the political landscape in Louisiana, navigating the complexities of race and governance during a turbulent period in American history.