Estes Kefauver
American politician (1903–1963) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Carey Estes Kefauver (July 26, 1903 – August 10, 1963) was an American politician from Tennessee. He was the Vice Presidential running mate in the 1956 election. He ran for President of the United States in the 1952.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Tennessee, Preceded by ...
Estes Kefauver | |
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United States Senator from Tennessee | |
In office January 3, 1949 – August 10, 1963 | |
Preceded by | A. Thomas Stewart |
Succeeded by | Herbert S. Walters |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district | |
In office September 13, 1939 – January 3, 1949 | |
Preceded by | Sam D. McReynolds |
Succeeded by | James B. Frazier, Jr. |
Personal details | |
Born | Carey Estes Kefauver (1903-07-26)July 26, 1903 Madisonville, Tennessee |
Died | August 10, 1963(1963-08-10) (aged 60) Bethesda, Maryland |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Nancy Kefauver (1911-1967) |
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