George Reade (colonial governor)

George Reade (October 25, 1608 – November 21, 1671) was a prominent landowner, military officer, judge, and politician who served as a member of the House of Burgesses and as Acting Governor of Virginia Colony.

[7] After his mother died, Reade traveled to Virginia in January 1637 at the age of 28 as a member of John Harvey's staff.

They had seven children, including:[8] Reade settled first in a plantation home in Williamsburg, and later resided in York and Gloucester Counties.

[11] Reade served in the Virginia Militia beginning in the late 1630s, achieving the ranks of Captain, Major, and Colonel.

[13] From 1649 until 1656, Reade served as a member of the House of Burgesses representing James City County.