John C. Begovich
John C. Begovich (January 17, 1916 in Jackson Gate, CA – September 12, 2000 in Amador, CA) served in the California legislature and during World War II he served in the United States Army.[1]
In World War II, he "fought in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and France and was awarded a Silver Star and the French Croix de Guerre for bravery under fire. He won a battlefield commission and received three Purple Hearts for combat wounds." {Source: The Sacramento Bee]
1966-1970: U.S. Marshal for California's eastern judicial district 1977-1996: Member, AmadorCounty Board of Supervisors
From Jackson to SR 88, State Route 49 is named the John C. Begovich Memorial Highway.[2]
References
- ↑ Vassar, Charles A., The Legislators of California - Appendix D
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