Forrest H. Anderson
American Governor of Montana
Born
1913
113 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 17th Governor of Montana from 1969 to 1973. Focused on improving education and health care policies during the gubernatorial term. Prior to governorship, worked as an attorney and held various judicial positions, including serving on the Montana Supreme Court. Ended his political career after an unsuccessful campaign for a fourth term as governor.
Served as 17th Governor of Montana
Worked on improving education policies
Held positions on the Montana Supreme Court
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