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Alexander Pirnie
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Alexander Pirnie (April 16, 1903 – June 12, 1982) was an American Congressman from New York.
Quick Facts Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York, Preceded by ...
Alexander Pirnie | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York | |
In office January 3, 1959 – January 3, 1973 | |
Preceded by | William R. Williams |
Succeeded by | Donald J. Mitchell (redistricting) |
Constituency | 34th district (1959–63) 32nd district (1963–73) |
Personal details | |
Born | (1903-04-16)April 16, 1903 Pulaski, New York |
Died | June 12, 1982(1982-06-12) (aged 79) Canastota, New York |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Cornell University Cornell Law School |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army (Officers Reserve Corps) |
Rank | Colonel |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal |
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