Wally Hickel
American businessman and politician
Born
Died
2010
16 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 2nd Governor of Alaska from 1966 to 1969 and again from 1990 to 1994. Also held the position of U.S. Secretary of the Interior under President Richard Nixon. Worked in the business sector with a focus on real estate and construction. Advocated for Alaska's interests on a national level and promoted resource development programs.
Served as Governor of Alaska twice
Held the position of U.S. Secretary of the Interior
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