Connick, Harry, Sr., 1926-

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Birth 1926-03-27
Gender:
Male

Biographical notes:

Harry Connick Sr. was district attorney for Orleans Parish, La. from 1974 to 2003. He served in the Navy during World War II and received his law degree from Tulane University in 1961. He was Gillis Long's New Orleans campaign manager during his gubernatorial campaign in 1971. Gillis Long (1923-1985) was representative for the 8th U.S. Congressional District of Louisiana in 1963-1965 and 1973-1985. He ran unsuccessfully for governor of Louisiana in 1964 and 1971.

From the description of Harry Connick Sr. oral history interview, 1986. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 77070645

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Subjects:

  • African Americans
  • Campaign funds
  • Campaign management

Occupations:

  • Governors
  • Politicians
  • Politicians

Places:

  • Louisiana--New Orleans (as recorded)
  • Louisiana (as recorded)