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G. Mennen Williams

G. Mennen Williams

Former Governor of Michigan
Gerhard Mennen "Soapy" Williams was an American politician who served as the 41st governor of Michigan, elected in 1948 and serving six two-year terms in office. Wikipedia
Born: February 23, 1911, Detroit, MI
Died: February 2, 1988 (age 76 years), Detroit, MI
Previous offices: United States Ambassador to the Philippines (1968–1969), Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs of the United States (1961–1966), and Governor of Michigan (1949–1961)
Years of service: 1942–46
Branch/service: United States Navy