James C. Shannon
American politician (1896–1980) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Coughlin Shannon (July 21, 1896 – March 6, 1980) was an American politician and the 77th Governor of Connecticut.
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James C. Shannon | |
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77th Governor of Connecticut | |
In office March 7, 1948 – January 5, 1949 | |
Lieutenant | Robert E. Parsons |
Preceded by | James L. McConaughy |
Succeeded by | Chester Bowles |
89th Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut | |
In office January 8, 1947 – March 7, 1948 | |
Governor | James L. McConaughy |
Preceded by | Vacant |
Succeeded by | Robert E. Parsons |
Personal details | |
Born | (1896-07-21)July 21, 1896 Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S. |
Died | March 6, 1980(1980-03-06) (aged 83) Fairfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Resting place | Oak Lawn Cemetery Fairfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Helen M. McMurray Shannon |
Children | 3 |
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