About James McCann
Lived 1924 – 2009 (aged 84). James McCann was an American politician.
James A. McCann (March 7, 1924 – February 20, 2009) was an American politician.
Born in Freedom, Wisconsin, McCann graduated from Freedom High School and served in the United States Army during World War II and the Korea War. McCann graduated from University of Wisconsin–Madison. In 1965 and 1967, he served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. In 1968, he was elected to the Milwaukee Common Council. McCann then served as the City Comptroller of Milwaukee from 1972 to 1992.
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Who was James McCann?
American politician (1924–2009)
When was James McCann born?
James McCann was born on 7 March 1924.
When did James McCann die?
James McCann died on 20 February 2009.
What was James McCann's occupation?
James McCann was a politician.
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James McCann was American.
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· DBpedia: James McCann (Wisconsin politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James McCann. https://biography.guide/james-mccann-politician-1924/
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