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Joachim O. Fernández
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Joachim Octave Fernández (August 14, 1896 – August 8, 1978), was a member of the U. S. House of Representatives for Louisiana's 1st congressional district. Like all other members of his state's congressional delegation at the time of his tenure, Fernández was a Democrat.
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Quick Facts Member of the U. S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 1st district, Preceded by ...
Joachim O. Fernández | |
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![]() Joachim Fernández | |
Member of the U. S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 1st district | |
In office March 4, 1931 – January 3, 1941 | |
Preceded by | James O'Connor |
Succeeded by | Felix Edward Hébert |
Louisiana State Representative from Orleans Parish (at-large delegation) | |
In office 1924–1928 | |
Louisiana State Senator from Orleans Parish (at-large) | |
In office 1928–1930 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Joachim Octave Fernández (1896-08-14)August 14, 1896 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | August 8, 1978(1978-08-08) (aged 81) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Resting place | Metairie Cemetery of New Orleans |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Viola Murray (m. 1920) |
Children | 4 |
Occupation | Not available |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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