Gillis William Long
Gillis William Long (May 4, 1923 – January 20, 1985) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a U.S. representative from Louisiana. He was a member of the Long family and cousin of Speedy Long.
Gillis William Long | |
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Long as U.S. representative | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 8th district | |
| In office January 3, 1963 – January 3, 1965 | |
| Preceded by | Harold B. McSween |
| Succeeded by | Speedy Long |
| In office January 3, 1973 – January 20, 1985 | |
| Preceded by | Speedy Long |
| Succeeded by | Catherine Small Long |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 4, 1923 Winnfield, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | January 20, 1985 (aged 61) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Alexandria National Cemetery, Pineville, Louisiana |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Long family |
| Education | Louisiana State University (BA, JD) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1941–1947 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart Campaign medal (5) |
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