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American politician (1916–1999) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John C. Begovich (January 17, 1916 in Jackson Gate, CA – November 2, 1999 in Amador, CA) served in the California State Senate for the 9th district from 1961 to 1967[1] and during World War II he served in the United States Army.[2]
John C. Begovich | |
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Member of the California Senate from the 9th district | |
In office January 2, 1961 - January 2, 1967 | |
Preceded by | Swift Berry |
Succeeded by | J. Eugene McAteer |
Personal details | |
Born | Jackson, California, U.S. | January 17, 1916
Died | November 2, 1999 83) Amador, California, U.S. | (aged
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Lorraine Love |
Children | John C. Begovich Jr. |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Battles/wars | World War II |
In World War II, he "fought in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and France with the 3rd Infantry Division and was awarded a Silver Star and the French Croix de Guerre for bravery under fire. He won a battlefield commission and received three Purple Hearts for combat wounds." {Source: The Sacramento Bee]
1966–1970: U.S. Marshal for California's eastern judicial district 1977–1996: Member, Amador County Board of Supervisors
From Jackson to State Route 88, State Route 49 is named the John C. Begovich Memorial Highway.[3]
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