John deKoven Alsop
American politician (1915–2000) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the Continental Congressman, see John Alsop.
John deKoven Alsop (July 4, 1915 – April 6, 2000) was an American politician, insurance executive, and soldier. A Republican, Alsop served in the Connecticut House of Representatives and unsuccessfully ran for governor of Connecticut in 1958 and 1962.[1] He was known as "one of Connecticut's most influential and colorful Republicans."[2]
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John deKoven Alsop | |
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Member of the Connecticut State House of Representatives | |
In office 1947–1949 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1915-07-04)July 4, 1915 Avon, Connecticut, US |
Died | April 6, 2000(2000-04-06) (aged 84) Old Saybrook, Connecticut, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Parent(s) | Joseph Wright Alsop IV Corinne Douglas Robinson |
Relatives | See Roosevelt family |
Education | Kingswood School Groton School |
Alma mater | Yale University |
Occupation | Politician, soldier |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Bronze Star Medal |
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