Ben Blackburn

A Representative from Georgia. Born in Atlanta, Fulton County, Ga. , February 14, 1927. Attended the public schools in Atlanta, Ga. Graduated from the University of North Carolina in 1947, and from Emory University School of Law in 1954. During the Second World War served in the United States Navy, 1944-1946. During the Korean conflict again served in the United States Navy, 1950-1952. Was retired as a lieutenant commander in the United States Naval Reserve. Served in the State attorney general's office, 1955-1957. Admitted to the bar in 1954 and commenced private practice in Atlanta, Ga. , after service with the State attorney general. Elected as a Republican to the Ninetieth and to the three succeeding Congresses (January 3, 1967-January 3, 1975). Was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1974 to the Ninety-fourth Congress. Died on December 3, 2024. Interment at Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, Ga.