Ralph Hall
American politician and lawyer, U.S. Representative
Born
May 3rd, 1923
102 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a U.S. Representative from Texas from 1981 to 2015. Led efforts in Congress on various issues, particularly in matters relating to military and aerospace. Prior to political career, practiced law and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Held numerous leadership roles within the House, including chairing the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Represented Texas's 4th congressional district
Served on House committees for over three decades
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