Robert W. Crown
Robert Warren Crown (January 23, 1922 – May 21, 1973) served in the California legislature and, during World War II, he served in the United States Army in an infantry combat platoon leader in France.[1] He won nine elections in a row, and also served as a delegate at the 1960 Democratic National Convention. He was a progressive Democrat, noted for his opposition to the death penalty.[2]
Robert Crown | |
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Member of the California State Assembly from the 14th district | |
In office 1956–1973 | |
Preceded by | Randal Dickey |
Succeeded by | Bill Lockyer |
Personal details | |
Born | San Francisco, California, U.S. | January 23, 1922
Died | May 21, 1973 51) Alameda, California, U.S. | (aged
Political party | Democratic |
In 1973, he was struck and killed by a car while on his regular early morning jog.[3]
Crown Memorial State Beach on the island of Alameda is named after him in recognition of his work to preserve the area.[4]
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