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David Y. Copeland, III

1931 – 2019

American politician

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About David Y. Copeland, III

Lived 1931 – 2019 (aged 88). David Y. Copeland, III was an American politician.

David Young Copeland III (January 10, 1931 – June 5, 2019) was an American politician in the state of Tennessee.

Biography

Copeland served in the Tennessee House of Representatives as a Republican from the 30th District from 1968 to 1992. A native of Tampa, Florida, he was a businessman and alumnus of McKenzie Business College. Copeland served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He also ran an unsuccessful campaign for Governor of Tennessee in the 1994 election.

On June 5, 2019, Copeland died at the age of 88.

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Important facts

Born
10 January 1931, Tampa, Florida
Birth century
20th century
Died
5 June 2019, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives
Also known as
David Young Copeland III

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Y. Copeland, III?

American politician

When was David Y. Copeland, III born?

David Y. Copeland, III was born on 10 January 1931 in Tampa, Florida.

When did David Y. Copeland, III die?

David Y. Copeland, III died on 5 June 2019 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

What was David Y. Copeland, III's occupation?

David Y. Copeland, III was a politician.

What nationality was David Y. Copeland, III?

David Y. Copeland, III was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Y. Copeland, III

· Wikidata: Q18685635

· DBpedia: David Y. Copeland III

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