B. Frank Heintzleman
Benjamin Franklin Heintzleman (December 3, 1888 – June 24, 1965) was an American forester who spent much of his career supporting the development of Alaska Territory. Following a career with the United States Forest Service he was appointed Governor of Alaska Territory, a position he held from 1953 till 1957. During his term as governor he continued to support economic development but was largely opposed to efforts granting statehood to Alaska.
B. Frank Heintzleman | |
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| 8th Governor of Alaska Territory | |
| In office April 10, 1953 – January 4, 1957 | |
| Nominated by | Dwight D. Eisenhower |
| Preceded by | Ernest Gruening |
| Succeeded by | Waino Edward Hendrickson Territorial Acting Governor of Alaska |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Benjamin Franklin Heintzleman December 3, 1888 Fayetteville, Pennsylvania |
| Died | June 24, 1965 (aged 76) Juneau, Alaska |
| Political party | Republican |
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