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American Democratic politician (1928–2022) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Jennings Sheffield Jr. (June 26, 1928 – November 4, 2022) was an American Democratic politician who was the fifth governor of Alaska from 1982 to 1986. Sheffield's term in the governor's mansion was marked by controversy including attempts to have him impeached.[1]
Quick Facts 5th Governor of Alaska, Lieutenant ...
Bill Sheffield | |
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5th Governor of Alaska | |
In office December 6, 1982 – December 1, 1986 | |
Lieutenant | Steve McAlpine |
Preceded by | Jay Hammond |
Succeeded by | Steve Cowper |
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Born | William Jennings Sheffield Jr. (1928-06-26)June 26, 1928 Spokane, Washington, U.S. |
Died | November 4, 2022(2022-11-04) (aged 94) Anchorage, Alaska, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | DeVry University |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1946-1949 |
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