Harold S. Nelson
American politician – Minnesota -Senate 1955-62 (District 16); Senate 1963-66 (District 8)
About Harold S. Nelson
Lived 1890 – 1972 (aged 82). Harold S. Nelson was an American politician.
Harold S. Nelson (March 13, 1890 – October 27, 1972) was an American lawyer and politician.
Nelson was born in Owatonna, Steele County, Minnesota, and went to the Owatonna public schools. He lived in Owatonna, Minnesota with his wife and family. Nelson graduated from Pillsbury Academy in Owatonna. Nelson went to the University of Minnesota and received his law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School. He also went to King's College London.
Nelson served in the Minnesota National Guard during the Mexican Border Conflict, World War I, and World War II, and was commissioned a brigadier general. He served as the Steele County Attorney from 1921 to 1934. Nelson, a Republican, served in the Minnesota Senate from 1955 to 1966. Nelson was buried in the Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
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Who was Harold S. Nelson?
American politician – Minnesota -Senate 1955-62 (District 16); Senate 1963-66 (District 8)
When was Harold S. Nelson born?
Harold S. Nelson was born on 13 March 1890 in Owatonna.
When did Harold S. Nelson die?
Harold S. Nelson died on 27 October 1972.
What was Harold S. Nelson's occupation?
Harold S. Nelson was a politician.
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Harold S. Nelson was American.
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