Brooks, Overton, 1897-1961.
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Brooks, Overton, 1897-1961.
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Brooks, Overton, 1897-1961.
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Overton Brooks (1897-1961) was born near Baton Rouge, La. He served in Europe during the First World War with the Sixth Field Artillery, First Division, Regular Army. Brooks received a law degree from Louisiana State University in 1923, was admitted to the bar the same year, and commenced practice in Shreveport, La. He served as United States Commissioner from 1925 to 1935. Brooks was representative for the 4th U.S. Congressional District of Louisiana from January 3, 1937, until his death on September 16, 1961. He was the first chairman of the House Committee on Science and Astronautics, established in 1959.
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Aeronautics, Military
African Americans
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World War, 1914-1918
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Barksdale Air Force Base (La.)
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