David Cargo

American politician (1929-2013)

David Francis Cargo (January 13, 1929 – July 5, 2013) was the 22nd governor of New Mexico, between 1967 and 1971.[1]

David Cargo
22nd Governor of New Mexico
In office
January 1, 1967 – January 1, 1971
LieutenantLee Francis
Preceded byJack M. Campbell
Succeeded byBruce King
Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives
In office
January 1, 1963 – January 1, 1967
Personal details
Born
David Francis Cargo

(1929-01-13)January 13, 1929
Dowagiac, Michigan, U.S.
DiedJuly 5, 2013(2013-07-05) (aged 84)
Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
Cause of deathStroke-related problems
Resting placeSanta Fe National Cemetery
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Ida Jo Cargo
Alma materUniversity of Michigan Law School
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
Years of service1953-1955

References change

  1. "Cargo, David F." New Mexico Office of the State Historian. Archived from the original on March 9, 2012. Retrieved December 28, 2010.