George Wallace (disambiguation) facts for kids
George Wallace (1919–1998) was a well-known American politician who served as the governor of Alabama for four terms. He also ran for president of the United States several times. Wallace was an important figure in American politics during the mid-20th century.
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Who Was George Wallace?
George Corley Wallace was born in Clio, Alabama, in 1919. He grew up in a farming family and later went to the University of Alabama School of Law. After finishing law school, he joined the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.
Early Political Career
After the war, Wallace began his career in politics. He served in the Alabama state legislature and later became a judge. These early roles helped him learn about how government works and how to connect with voters.
Governor of Alabama
Wallace was first elected governor of Alabama in 1963. He served four non-consecutive terms, meaning he was governor at different times. A governor is the leader of a state government, similar to how a president leads a country. They are in charge of enforcing state laws and managing state agencies.
Running for President
Besides being governor, George Wallace also ran for president of the United States several times. He ran as a candidate in the 1968, 1972, and 1976 presidential elections. Running for president means trying to get enough votes from people across the country to become the leader of the nation. Even though he didn't win the presidency, he was a very well-known figure in national politics.
Other People Named George Wallace
The name George Wallace has been shared by many other interesting people throughout history. Here are a few examples:
- George Wallace (American comedian) (born 1952) is a famous American actor and comedian. He is known for his stand-up comedy and roles in movies and TV shows.
- George Wallace (Australian comedian) (1895–1960) was an Australian comedian and actor who was popular in vaudeville and radio.
- George D. Wallace (1917–2005) was an American actor who appeared in many films and television series.
- George Wallace Jr. (born 1951) is an American politician, and the son of Governor George Wallace. He has also held political office in Alabama.
See also
- George Wallace (film), a 1997 film based on the life of the Alabama governor
- George Wallace Bollinger (1890–1917), a diarist and soldier from New Zealand during World War I
- George Wallis (disambiguation)
