Terry Sanford
Governor of North Carolina
Born
August 20th, 1917
107 years ago
Died
1998
27 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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served as the 65th Governor of North Carolina from 1961 to 1965. During the governorship, implemented significant reforms in education and state government. Later, took on a prominent role in higher education, serving as president of Duke University from 1969 to 1985. Played a significant role in expanding the university's programs and facilities during that time.
Served as the 65th Governor of North Carolina
Implemented education reforms
Presided over Duke University
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