Lane Dwinell
American politician, 69th Governor of NH
Born
1906
120 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 69th Governor of New Hampshire from 1959 to 1961. Held the position of State Commissioner of Education prior to gubernatorial duties. Participated in various educational initiatives and state policies that shaped New Hampshire's education system. Contributed to community development and state governance in both political and business spheres.
Served as Governor of New Hampshire
Was State Commissioner of Education
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