Maurice K. Goddard

American colonel and politician

Maurice K. Goddard - American colonel and politician
Born

September 13th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

September 14th, 1995
30 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a colonel in the United States Army. Engaged in public service as a politician, contributing significantly to local governance and policy making. Played a key role in various military and civic organizations throughout career. Advocated for veterans' affairs and community development initiatives during tenure in office. Contributed to discussions on environmental conservation and land management.

Served as a colonel in the United States Army

Contributed to veterans' affairs policies

Engaged in local governance initiatives

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