EXECUTIVE · CT · 1975-1980
Ella Grasso
Governor · Democrat · Connecticut
NOTABLE
On the record
First woman elected Governor in own right (not succeeding husband); died in office Feb 1981
SEVERITY · DIED-IN-OFFICE
Background
Ella Grasso served as Governor of Connecticut from 1975–1980 (5 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Before this office: Secretary of State (1959-1971). In-office record: First woman elected Governor in own right (not succeeding husband); died in office Feb 1981.
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