James Strom Thurmond, Sr. was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from 1954 to 2003. Before his 48 years as a senator, he served as the 103rd governor of South Carolina from 1947 to 1951. Wikipedia
Born: December 5, 1902, Edgefield, SC
Died: June 26, 2003 (age 100 years), Edgefield, SC
Children: Nancy Moore Thurmond, Essie Mae Williams, Paul Reynolds Thurmond, and more
Party: Republican Party
Awards: Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, Legion of Merit, and more
Spouse: Nancy Janice Moore (m. 1968–2003) and Jean Crouch (m. 1947–1960)