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 | |
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| 22nd Governor of New Mexico | |
| In office January 1, 1967 – January 1, 1971 | |
| Lieutenant | Lee Francis |
| Preceded by | Jack M. Campbell |
| Succeeded by | Bruce King |
| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives | |
| In office January 1, 1963 – January 1, 1967 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Francis Cargo January 13, 1929 Dowagiac, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | July 5, 2013 (aged 84) Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Stroke-related problems |
| Resting place | Santa Fe National Cemetery Santa Fe, New Mexico |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Ida Jo Cargo |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan Law School |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1953-1955 |
References
change- ↑ "Cargo, David F." New Mexico Office of the State Historian. Archived from the original on March 9, 2012. Retrieved December 28, 2010.