Gillis William Long
American politician (1923–1985) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Gillis William Long (May 4, 1923 – January 20, 1985) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a U.S. representative from Louisiana. He was a member of the Long family and cousin of Speedy Long.
Quick Facts Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 8th district, Preceded by ...
Gillis William Long | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 8th district | |
In office January 3, 1963 – January 3, 1965 | |
Preceded by | Harold B. McSween |
Succeeded by | Speedy Long |
In office January 3, 1973 – January 20, 1985 | |
Preceded by | Speedy Long |
Succeeded by | Catherine Small Long |
Personal details | |
Born | (1923-05-04)May 4, 1923 Winnfield, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | January 20, 1985(1985-01-20) (aged 61) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Resting place | Alexandria National Cemetery, Pineville, Louisiana |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | |
Children | 2 |
Relatives | Long family |
Education | Louisiana State University (BA, JD) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1941–1947 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart Campaign medal (5) |
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