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Louis E. Beckman Jr.

1914 – 1992

American politician and businessman

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Lived 1914 – 1992 (aged 78). Louis E. Beckman Jr. was an American military personnel and politician.

Louis E. Beckman, Jr. (February 2, 1914 – October 19, 1992) was an American politician and businessman.

Born in Kankakee, Illinois, Beckman went to the Kankakee public schools and then graduated from the University of Illinois in 1935. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was commissioned a lieutenant colonel. He was in the real estate and banking business. Beckman served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1951 to 1959 and was a Republican. In 1958, Beckman for the Republican nomination for the Illinois State Treasurer and lost. Beckman died at his home in Kankakee, Illinois. His father Louis E. Beckman also served in the Illinois General Assembly.

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Important facts

Born
2 February 1914
Birth century
20th century
Died
19 October 1992
Occupation
Military personnel, politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Louis E. Beckman Jr.?

American politician and businessman

When was Louis E. Beckman Jr. born?

Louis E. Beckman Jr. was born on 2 February 1914.

When did Louis E. Beckman Jr. die?

Louis E. Beckman Jr. died on 19 October 1992.

What was Louis E. Beckman Jr.'s occupation?

Louis E. Beckman Jr. was a military personnel and politician.

What nationality was Louis E. Beckman Jr.?

Louis E. Beckman Jr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Louis E. Beckman Jr.

· Wikidata: Q33111514

· DBpedia: Louis E. Beckman Jr.

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