Allen I. Olson
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Allen Ingvar Olson (born November 5, 1938) is an American Republican politician and attorney who served as the 28th governor of North Dakota from 1981 to 1985. He defeated incumbent Art Link in the 1980 election and served one term.[1]
Quick Facts 28th Governor of North Dakota, Lieutenant ...
Allen I. Olson | |
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28th Governor of North Dakota | |
In office January 6, 1981 ā January 1, 1985 | |
Lieutenant | Ernest Sands |
Preceded by | Art Link |
Succeeded by | George Sinner |
25th Attorney General of North Dakota | |
In office 1973ā1980 | |
Governor | Art Link |
Preceded by | Helgi Johanneson |
Succeeded by | Robert Wefald |
Personal details | |
Born | Allen Ingvar Olson (1938-11-05) November 5, 1938 (age 85) Rolla, North Dakota, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Barbara Benner Olson |
Children | 3 |
Profession | Lawyer |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1963-1967 |
Unit | Judge Advocate General's Corps |
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