Add to ORKGMorton was born in 1823 in Wayne County, the first Indiana governor born in the state. As governor during the Civil War, he raised a large number of troops for the Union and established a state arsenal. Known as the “soldiers’ friend,” he created a system of relief and medical care. He was also known for devious political tactics. While serving as U.S. senator, he died in 1877. He is buried in Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis.Use of this image is restricted to IHS reference purposes only. IHS may not reproduce. Information is taken from the book "The Governos of Indiana," edited by Linda C. Gugin and James E. St. Clair, published by the Indiana Historical Society Press in cooperation with the Indiana Historical Bureau, State of Indiana.D...