Harold H. Velde

Harold Himmel Velde (April 1, 1910 – September 1, 1985) was a Republican American political figure from Illinois. While United States Congressman for Illinois's 18th congressional district he was chairman of the House Un-American Activities Committee between 1953 and 1955.

Harold H. Velde
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Illinois's 18th district
In office
January 3, 1949  January 3, 1957
Preceded byEverett M. Dirksen
Succeeded byRobert H. Michel
Personal details
Born
Harold Himmel Velde

(1910-04-01)April 1, 1910
Parkland, Illinois, US
DiedSeptember 1, 1985(1985-09-01) (aged 75)
Sun City, Arizona, US
Political partyRepublican
Alma materBradley University
Northwestern University
University of Illinois Law School
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