EXECUTIVE · OH · 1963-1971
James A. Rhodes
Governor · Republican · Ohio
On the record
Ordered National Guard to Kent State 1970 — 4 students killed
Background
James A. Rhodes served as Governor of Ohio from 1963–1971 (8 years). Before this office: Auditor / Comptroller (1953-1963). After: Governor (1975-1983). In-office record: Ordered National Guard to Kent State 1970 — 4 students killed.
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