Portrait of Frank L. Rizzo
LOCAL · PA · 1967-1971

Frank L. Rizzo

Police Chief · Philadelphia · Pennsylvania
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Later 2-term Philadelphia Mayor; civil rights conflicts

Background

Frank L. Rizzo occupied the Police Chief · Philadelphia of Philadelphia office in Pennsylvania for 4 years (1967–1971). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Howard P. Leary; succeeded by Joseph F. O'Neill. Note: Later 2-term Philadelphia Mayor; civil rights conflicts. Same-year political environment (1967): Governor Raymond P. Shafer.

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