John G. Crawford
John G. Crawford | |
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Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 5th district | |
In office January 8, 1979 – April 30, 1990 | |
Preceded by | Jerry High Money |
Succeeded by | Tim Perry |
In office February 12, 1975 – January 10, 1977 | |
Preceded by | James H. Floyd |
Succeeded by | Jerry High Money |
Personal details | |
Born | John Gilliland Crawford July 5, 1946 Chattooga County, Georgia, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Carolyn Dooley |
Children | 2 |
Residence(s) | Lyerly, Georgia, U.S. |
Education | University of Georgia (BSA) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Branch/service | ![]() |
Years of service | 1969–1971 |
John Gilliland Crawford (born July 5, 1946) is an American politician from Georgia.
Early life and education
Crawford was born in Chattooga County, Georgia.[1] After graduating from the University of Georgia in 1968, he spent two years in the United States Marine Corps.[1] By profession, he is a farmer.[1]
Political career
On February 11, 1975—at the age of 28—Crawford won a special election to the Georgia House of Representatives.[1] He was elected to replace James H. Floyd, who had died in office.[1] Crawford served until 1977, then returned to the chamber following a victory in 1978.[1] He remained a member of the House until his resignation in 1990.[2] During his final term, Crawford served as vice-chairman of the Natural Resources & Environment Committee.[3]
Personal life
Crawford resides in Lyerly, Georgia. He has two children and is a Presbyterian.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f g "Georgia Official and Statistical Register, 1979–1980" (PDF). Georgia Department of Archives and History.
- ^ "Georgia Official and Statistical Register, 1989–1990" (PDF). Georgia Department of Archives and History. Retrieved February 22, 2022.
- ^ "Members of the General Assembly of Georgia, Second Session of 1989-1990 Term" (PDF). State of Georgia. Retrieved February 22, 2022.