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Thomas J. Lee

1923 – 1996

American politician in Texas

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About Thomas J. Lee

Lived 1923 – 1996 (aged 73). Thomas J. Lee was an American politician.

Thomas J. Lee (September 25, 1923 – November 7, 1996) was an American politician. Lee was elected to the 68th district of the Texas House of Representatives in 1965, and was the first Asian-American to serve in the Texas Legislature.

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Important facts

Born

25 September 1923

Birth century

20th century

Died

7 November 1996

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

United States

Positions held

Member of the Texas House of Representatives

Awards

NASA Distinguished Service Medal

Also known as

Thomas Lee, Tom J. Lee, Tom Lee

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Thomas J. Lee's

Enrique Moles Ormella

Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas J. Lee?

American politician in Texas (1923-1996)

When was Thomas J. Lee born?

Thomas J. Lee was born on 25 September 1923.

When did Thomas J. Lee die?

Thomas J. Lee died on 7 November 1996.

What was Thomas J. Lee's occupation?

Thomas J. Lee was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas J. Lee?

Thomas J. Lee was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas J. Lee

· Wikidata: Q90935042

· DBpedia: Tom J. Lee

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