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Ed McIntyre
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| Mayor of Augusta-Richmond County | |
| In office 1981–1984 |
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| Preceded by | Lewis "Pop" Newman |
| Succeeded by | Charles DeVaney |
| Richmond County Commissioner | |
| In office 1970–1978 |
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| Personal details | |
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Edward Marlow McIntyre
1940 Macon, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | 2004 |
| Political party | Democratic |
Edward Marlow McIntyre Sr. (born in 1940, died in 2004) was an important leader in Augusta, Georgia. He made history by becoming the first African American mayor of Augusta in 1981.
About Ed McIntyre
Edward Marlow McIntyre Sr. was born in 1940. He grew up and later became a very important person in Georgia politics. He passed away in 2004.
Early Life and Career
McIntyre attended Morehouse College, a well-known school. After college, he worked for the Pilgrim Health Life Insurance Company. This job helped him gain experience before he entered the world of politics.
A Pioneer in Politics
Ed McIntyre started his political career as a county commissioner for Richmond County. He began this role in 1970. He was the first African American person to win this position in the county. This was a big step forward for his community.
Becoming Mayor
In 1981, Ed McIntyre achieved another historic milestone. He was elected as the mayor of Augusta, Georgia. This made him the first African American mayor of the city. His election was a significant event for Augusta and for the state of Georgia.
