Maximilian Bethune Wellborn Sr (1825 - 1885)

Born 8 Jan 1825 in Madison, Morgan, Georgia, United States

Husband of Emma Julia (Dent) Wellborn — married 5 Jul 1857 in Barbour, Alabama, United States

Died 15 May 1885 at age 60 in Eufaula, Barbour, Alabama, United States

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Biography

Colonel Maximilian Wellborn Sr served in the United States Civil War.
Enlisted: 1861
Mustered out: 1865
Side: CSA
Regiment(s): Trans-Mississippi Department, Confederate Army

Maximilian Bethune Wellborn's life unfolded against the backdrop of 19th-century America, marked by unwavering dedication and a legacy of service. Born on January 8, 1825, in Madison, Morgan County, Georgia, to Levi Thomas Wellborn and Roxanna Eugenia Antoinette (Bethune) Wellborn, he spent his formative years in Eufaula, Alabama. His pursuit of knowledge led him to the University of Alabama in 1846, where he delved into the study and practice of law, laying the foundation for a distinguished legal career.

In 1857, Maximilian forged a union with Emma Julia Dent in Barbour County, Alabama, setting the stage for a life filled with professional achievements and civic contributions. By 1860, his presence was noted in La Grange Township, Lafayette County, Arkansas, a testament to his geographical mobility and ambition.

The outbreak of the Civil War summoned Wellborn's service in the Trans-Mississippi department of the Confederate Army. His tenure witnessed roles of significance, serving as colonel on General Magruder's staff and culminating in the esteemed position of judge within the military court during the conflict's final year.

Post-war, in 1867, he returned to his roots in Eufaula, Alabama, resuming his legal practice. A man of multifaceted talents, Wellborn's commitment to public service transcended his legal endeavors. His political aspirations saw him nominated for Congress in 1870 and subsequently assuming roles as register in chancery and representing Barbour County in the state legislature from 1880 to 1881.

Throughout his life, Maximilian remained anchored in Eufaula, Alabama, leaving an indelible mark on its legal and political landscape. His unwavering commitment to the law and public service resonated until his passing on May 15, 1885, in Eufaula. His final resting place at Fairview Cemetery in Eufaula stands as a testament to a life devoted to the pursuit of justice and the betterment of his beloved community.

Sources

• 1860 United States Federal Census: The National Archives in Washington D.C.; Record Group: Records of the Bureau of the Census; Record Group Number: 29; Series Number: M653; Residence Date: 1860; Home in 1860: La Grange, Lafayette, Arkansas; Roll: M653_45; Page: 7; Family History Library Film: 803045 Ancestry Record 7667 #13196610
• 1870 United States Federal Census: Year: 1870; Census Place: Eufaula, Barbour, Alabama; Roll: M593_2; Page: 304A Ancestry Record 7163 #13318910
• 1880 United States Federal Census: Year: 1880; Census Place: Eufaula, Barbour, Alabama; Roll: 2; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 007 Ancestry Record 6742 #5059823
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• Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/26894423/maximilian-bethune-wellborn: accessed 07 January 2024), memorial page for Maximilian Bethune Wellborn (8 Jan 1825–15 May 1885), Find A Grave: Memorial #26894423, citing Fairview Cemetery, Eufaula, Barbour County, Alabama, USA; Maintained by Ginny Dunaway Young (contributor 47405343).
• Owen, Thomas McAdory., Owen, Marie Bankhead. History of Alabama and Dictionary of Alabama Biography. United States: S. J. Clarke publishing Company, 1921. "History of Alabama and Dictionary of Alabama Biography." Accessed 7 Jan 2024.