Foster Furcolo

60th Governor of Massachusetts

Foster Furcolo - 60th Governor of Massachusetts
Born

July 29th, 1911
113 years ago

Died

1995
30 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 60th Governor of Massachusetts from 1957 to 1961. Held the position of Attorney General of Massachusetts prior to governorship. Advocated for education and mental health resources, leading initiatives that improved public services. Worked to advance civil rights within the state government.

Served as Governor from 1957 to 1961

Implemented education reforms in Massachusetts

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