Guy Gillette
American politician (1879–1973) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the American photojournalist, see Guy Gillette (photographer).
Guy Mark Gillette (February 3, 1879 – March 3, 1973) was an American politician serving as a Democratic U.S. Representative and Senator from Iowa. In the U.S. Senate, Gillette was elected, re-elected, defeated, elected again, and defeated again.
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Guy Gillette | |
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United States Senator from Iowa | |
In office January 3, 1949 – January 3, 1955 | |
Preceded by | George A. Wilson |
Succeeded by | Thomas E. Martin |
In office November 4, 1936 – January 3, 1945 | |
Preceded by | Richard L. Murphy |
Succeeded by | Bourke B. Hickenlooper |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa's 9th district | |
In office March 4, 1933 – November 3, 1936 | |
Preceded by | Ed H. Campbell (redistricting) |
Succeeded by | Vincent F. Harrington |
Personal details | |
Born | Guy Mark Gillette (1879-02-03)February 3, 1879 Cherokee, Iowa, U.S. |
Died | March 3, 1973(1973-03-03) (aged 94) Cherokee, Iowa, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 52nd Iowa Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | |
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