Edward J. King
American politician (1925–2006) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Edward Joseph King (May 11, 1925 – September 18, 2006) was an American politician who served as the 66th Governor of Massachusetts from 1979 to 1983. A member of the Democratic Party until 1985, he then became a member of the Republican Party. Elected in the 1978 Massachusetts gubernatorial election, he lost the Democratic primary of the 1982 election to his predecessor Michael Dukakis.
This article is about the Governor of Massachusetts. For the U.S. Representative from Illinois, see Edward John King.
For other people named Edward King, see Edward King (disambiguation).
Quick Facts 66th Governor of Massachusetts, Lieutenant ...
Edward J. King | |
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66th Governor of Massachusetts | |
In office January 4, 1979 – January 6, 1983 | |
Lieutenant | Thomas P. O'Neill III |
Preceded by | Michael Dukakis |
Succeeded by | Michael Dukakis |
Executive Director of Massachusetts Port Authority | |
In office 1963–1974 | |
Preceded by | John F. O'Halloran |
Succeeded by | David W. Davis |
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Born | Edward Joseph King (1925-05-11)May 11, 1925 Chelsea, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Died | September 18, 2006(2006-09-18) (aged 81) Burlington, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic (before 1985) Republican (1985–2006) |
Spouse | Josephine "Jody" King |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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Position: | Guard / Defensive end | ||
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College: | Boston College | ||
NFL draft: | 1951 / Round: 22 / Pick: 263 | ||
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