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Cyril King

1921 – 1978

American U.S. Virgin Islands governor

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About Cyril King

Lived 1921 – 1978 (aged 56). Cyril King was an American politician, soldier and governor.

Cyril Emanuel King (April 7, 1921 – January 2, 1978) was an American politician who served as the second elected governor of the United States Virgin Islands from 1975 until his death in 1978.

He also briefly served as acting governor in 1969, following the resignation of Governor Ralph M. Paiewonsky.

Early life King was born in Frederiksted on the island of Saint Croix, where he lived during his formative years. During World War II, he served in the 873rd Port Company in Hawaii.

After the completion of his service, he attended the American University, where he earned a public administration degree. Even though his 1970 campaign was unsuccessful, he ran again in 1974 and won, becoming the second governor of the Virgin Islands. In 1984, the Harry S. Truman Airport on St. Thomas was renamed Cyril E. King Airport by the Virgin Islands Legislature.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
American University
Positions held
Governor of the United States Virgin Islands, Chief of Staff
Also known as
Cyril Emanuel King

Family & relationships

Spouse
Agnes King

People in Cyril King's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Cyril King's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Cyril King?

American U.S. Virgin Islands governor

When was Cyril King born?

Cyril King was born on 7 April 1921 in Saint Croix, Frederiksted.

When did Cyril King die?

Cyril King died on 2 January 1978 in Charlotte Amalie.

What was Cyril King's occupation?

Cyril King was a politician, soldier and governor.

What nationality was Cyril King?

Cyril King was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cyril King

· Wikidata: Q2979719

· DBpedia: Cyril King

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