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Thomas C. O'Connor

1927 – 2001

Connecticut politician, history teacher

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About Thomas C. O'Connor

Lived 1927 – 2001 (aged 73). Thomas C. O'Connor was an American politician and teacher.

Post mayoral activity O'Connor was a major force in resurrecting a World War II Honor Roll in Norwalk, and bringing it up to date four decades after it had been dismantled, and in revitalizing a memorial to a Vietnam War of Honor recipients in the city of Norwalk.

Awards He was honored by the Norwalk Old-Timers Athletic Association in 2000. He was well known for his support for athletics by young people in Norwalk. He was a football official for high school games in Fairfield County and he rarely missed a sporting event of the Norwalk High School athletic teams.

Legacy

In January 2001, The Connecticut General Assembly passed House Resolution No. 11 "A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH OF THOMAS C. O'CONNOR" He was a founder of the Heritage Wall in Norwalk and the park adjacent to it is named Thomas C. O'Connor Park in his honor.

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Important facts

Born
9 October 1927, Norwalk
Birth century
20th century
Died
16 January 2001, Norwalk
Occupation
Politician, teacher
Nationality
United States
Education
Fairfield University
Positions held
Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas C. O'Connor?

Connecticut politician, history teacher (1927–2001)

When was Thomas C. O'Connor born?

Thomas C. O'Connor was born on 9 October 1927 in Norwalk.

When did Thomas C. O'Connor die?

Thomas C. O'Connor died on 16 January 2001 in Norwalk.

What was Thomas C. O'Connor's occupation?

Thomas C. O'Connor was a politician and teacher.

What nationality was Thomas C. O'Connor?

Thomas C. O'Connor was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas C. O'Connor

· Wikidata: Q7788156

· DBpedia: Thomas C. O'Connor

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