Carl Sanders
American attorney and politician (1925–2014) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Carl Edward Sanders Sr. (May 15, 1925 – November 16, 2014) was an American attorney and politician who served as the 74th governor of Georgia from 1963 to 1967.
For the American bishop, see Carl Julian Sanders. For the American musician, see Karl Sanders.
Quick Facts 74th Governor of Georgia, Lieutenant ...
Carl Sanders | |
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74th Governor of Georgia | |
In office January 14, 1963 – January 10, 1967 | |
Lieutenant | Peter Zack Geer |
Preceded by | Ernest Vandiver |
Succeeded by | Lester Maddox |
Member of the Georgia Senate | |
In office 1956–1962 | |
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives | |
In office 1954–1956 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Carl Edward Sanders (1925-05-15)May 15, 1925 Augusta, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | November 16, 2014(2014-11-16) (aged 89) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
Resting place | Westover Memorial Park, Augusta, Georgia, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Betty Bird Foy |
Alma mater | University of Georgia |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1943–1945 |
Unit | U.S. Army Air Corps |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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