Edward Lunn Young
American politician (1920-2017)
Edward Lunn Young (September 7, 1920 – May 9, 2017) was a Republican U.S. Representative from South Carolina. He served in the House from January 3, 1973 through January 3, 1975. Young was the Republican candidate for Governor in 1978, but lost to Democratic State Senator Richard Riley. He ran again for Governor, but lost in the Republican primaries to John Light Napier. After his 1980 defeat, Young retired from politics.
Edward Lunn Young | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 6th district | |
| In office January 3, 1973 – January 3, 1975 | |
| Preceded by | John L. McMillan |
| Succeeded by | John Jenrette |
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from Florence County | |
| In office 1958–1960 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 7, 1920 Florence, South Carolina |
| Died | May 9, 2017 (aged 96) Florence, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic (until the 1960s) Republican (1960s onward) |
| Alma mater | Clemson College |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross Air Medal with nine Oak Leaf Clusters |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army Air Corps United States Army Reserves |
| Years of service | 1941–1946 |
| Rank |  Major |
Young died in his sleep on May 9, 2017 at his home in Florence, South Carolina, aged 96.[1]
References
change- ↑ Lloyd, Joshua (May 10, 2017). "Former Congressman Ed Young dies at age 96". The States. Retrieved May 10, 2017.
Other websites
change- United States Congress. "Edward Lunn Young (id: Y000035)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
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