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George Alexander Parks

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American engineer and 5th Governor of Alaska Territory (1883-1984)

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George Alexander Parks was an American engineer who worked in Alaska Territory for most of his career. Following an unexpected nomination from President Calvin Coolidge, he became the territory's first resident governor.

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George Alexander Parks was an American engineer who worked in Alaska Territory for most of his career. Following an unexpected nomination from President Calvin Coolidge, he became the territory's first resident governor. As governor, he was the first person to serve two complete four-year terms and the first chief executive to travel extensively by air.

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United States
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Politicians
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Politician
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deceased
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Lived 1883 to 1984 · aged 100
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