John G. Crawford | |
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Member of the GeorgiaHouseofRepresentatives from the 5th district | |
In office January 8,1979 –April 30,1990 | |
Preceded by | Jerry H. Money |
Succeeded by | Tim Perry |
In office February 12,1975 –January 10,1977 | |
Preceded by | James H. Floyd |
Succeeded by | Jerry H. Money |
Personal details | |
Born | John Gilliland Crawford July 5,1946 Chattooga County,Georgia,U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Carolyn Dooley |
Children | 2 |
Education | University of Georgia (BSA) |
Military service | |
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Years of service | 1969–1971 |
John Gilliland Crawford (born July 5,1946) is an American politician.
Crawford was born on July 5,1946,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]
On February 11,1975,at age 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]
Crawford resides in Lyerly,Georgia. He has two children and is a Presbyterian. [1]