| John W. Connolly | |
|---|---|
| File:File:John W. Connolly.png | |
| 48th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
In office 1949–1950 | |
| Governor | G. Mennen Williams |
| Preceded by | Eugene C. Keyes |
| Succeeded by | William C. Vandenberg |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 4, 1911 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | July 11, 1981 (aged 70) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Georgetown University Law School |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States Navy
|
| Years of service | 1942-1946 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
John W. Connolly (July 4, 1911 – July 11, 1981) was the 46th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan.
Early life[]
Connolly was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 4, 1911.[1] Connolly graduated from Georgetown University Law School in 1936. In 1937, he began work as a lawyer.[2]
Military career[]
In 1942, Connolly joined the United States Naval Reserve, where he served until 1946. In the service, he earned the rank of Senior Grade Lieutenant. His work as a lawyer was interrupted by his military service, and he returned to working as a lawyer afterwards.[2]
Political career[]
In 1949, Connolly was sworn in as Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, as running mate to G. Mennen Williams.[2] At the end of his term, in 1950, he sought re-election unsuccessfully, and tried again in 1952. Connolly ran for circuit judge in Michigan 3rd Circuit in 1964 and 1966, both runs unsuccessful.[1]
Personal life[]
Connolly was a member of both Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Connolly was Catholic.[1]
Death[]
Connolly died on July 11, 1981 in Detroit.[1]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Connolly to Connoly". Political Graveyard. http://politicalgraveyard.com/bio/connolly.html. Retrieved November 29, 2019.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Former Lt. Governors". Michigan. https://www.michigan.gov/formergovernors/0,4584,7-212--95494--,00.html. Retrieved November 29, 2019.
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