William C. Hennessy
American civil servant and political figure
About William C. Hennessy
Lived 1926 – 2001 (aged 74–75). William C. Hennessy was an American.
Career Hennessy worked at the New York State Department of Transportation for several decades, with his first position being a chainman in 1946. Governor Carey appointed Hennessy as Transportation Commissioner in 1977.
In July 1987, Hennessy was appointed chairman of the New York State Thruway. He resigned the position in 1988.
Governor Mario Cuomo chose Hennessy as chairman of the state Democratic Party in 1982. As chairman, Hennessy improved the party's finances. He resigned in 1984, citing health reasons.
Personal life Hennessy married Corrinne Schwalb in 1951.
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Who was William C. Hennessy?
American civil servant and political figure
When was William C. Hennessy born?
William C. Hennessy was born in 1926 in Wellsville.
When did William C. Hennessy die?
William C. Hennessy died in 2001 in Albany, New York.
What nationality was William C. Hennessy?
William C. Hennessy was American.
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