Walter B. Russell Jr.
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Walter Brown Russell Jr.[1][2] (July 24, 1929 – May 17, 2016)[3] was an American soldier, state legislator, county commissioner, and lawyer. He served in Korea and Vietnam. After being retired from the U.S. Army because of a wound to his head, Russell graduated from law school, was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives and later to the chair of the Dekalb County commissioners. He practiced law after leaving public office.
Quick Facts Member of theGeorgia House of Representatives from the 77th (Post 1) district, Member of theGeorgia House of Representatives from the 53rd (Post 1) district ...
Walter B. Russell Jr. | |
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Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 77th (Post 1) district | |
In office 1971–1972 | |
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 53rd (Post 1) district | |
In office 1973–1976 | |
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners DeKalb County, Georgia | |
In office 1977–1980 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1929-07-24)July 24, 1929 Greensboro, North Carolina, US |
Died | May 17, 2016(2016-05-17) (aged 86) |
Resting place | Russell Family Cemetery, Winder, Georgia |
Political party | Democratic Party |
Spouse | Nancy Hinton Russell |
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Family | Russell Family |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | U.S. Army |
Years of service | 1951–1966 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Commands | G Company, 17th Infantry Regiment |
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