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Melton D. Hancock

1929 – 2011

American politician

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About Melton D. Hancock

Lived 1929 – 2011 (aged 82). Melton D. Hancock was an American politician and businessperson.

Melton D. Hancock (September 14, 1929 – November 6, 2011) was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Missouri's 7th congressional district.

Early life Hancock was born in Cape Fair, Missouri. In 1936, he started school in Carthage, Missouri. From 1936 to 1941, he attended school in Springfield, Missouri. During World War II from 1941 to 1945, he attended school in Amarillo, Texas; Topeka, Kansas and Sioux City, Iowa. From 1945 to 1947, he attended high school in Springfield, Missouri, graduating in 1947. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Missouri State University (now Missouri State University) in 1951.

They had three children: two sons, one born in 1955 and one born in 1958, and one daughter born in 1969.

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Important facts

Born
14 September 1929, Cape Fair
Birth century
20th century
Died
6 November 2011, Springfield
Occupation
Politician, businessperson
Nationality
United States
Education
Missouri State University, Primary school
Positions held
United States representative
Also known as
Mel Hancock, Melton Hancock, Melton Donald Hancock

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Melton D. Hancock?

American politician (1929-2011)

When was Melton D. Hancock born?

Melton D. Hancock was born on 14 September 1929 in Cape Fair.

When did Melton D. Hancock die?

Melton D. Hancock died on 6 November 2011 in Springfield.

What was Melton D. Hancock's occupation?

Melton D. Hancock was a politician and businessperson.

What nationality was Melton D. Hancock?

Melton D. Hancock was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Melton D. Hancock

· Wikidata: Q473287

· DBpedia: Mel Hancock

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