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T. C. Brister

1896 – 1976

Louisiana businessman and state representative

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About T. C. Brister

Lived 1896 – 1976 (aged 80). T. C. Brister was an American politician, businessperson and military personnel.

Tennessee Chesmond Brister (May 28, 1896 – November 26, 1976) was an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1940 to 1944, from 1948 to 1952 and from 1968 to 1972.

Life and career Brister was born in Winn Parish, Louisiana, and Marry Brister. He served in the signal corps in France during World War I, which after his discharge,

Brister served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1940 to 1944 and again from 1948 to 1952. which after losing in the mayoral election, he served again in the House from 1968 to 1972.

Death Brister died on November 26, 1976, at the Rapides General Hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana, at the age of 80.

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Important facts

Born

28 May 1896, San Augustine

Birth century

19th century

Died

26 November 1976

Occupation

Politician, businessperson, military personnel

Nationality

United States

Positions held

Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives

Also known as

T. C. Wilson Brister

Contemporaries

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Physician

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Frequently asked questions

Who was T. C. Brister?

Louisiana businessman and state representative

When was T. C. Brister born?

T. C. Brister was born on 28 May 1896 in San Augustine.

When did T. C. Brister die?

T. C. Brister died on 26 November 1976.

What was T. C. Brister's occupation?

T. C. Brister was a politician, businessperson and military personnel.

What nationality was T. C. Brister?

T. C. Brister was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: T. C. Brister

· Wikidata: Q18205618

· DBpedia: T. C. Brister

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