George Wallace

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Biography

George Corley Wallace Jr. was an American politician who served as the 45th governor of Alabama for four terms. A member of the Democratic Party, he is best remembered for his staunch segregationist and populist views. During his tenure, he promoted "industrial development, low taxes, and trade schools." Wallace sought the United States presidency as a Democrat three times, and once as an American Independent Party candidate, unsuccessfully each time. Wallace opposed desegregation and supported the policies of "Jim Crow" during the Civil Rights Movement, declaring in his 1963 inaugural address that he stood for "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever".

Career Overview

George Wallace has 12 screen credits in a career dating back to 1947. Signature works include George Wallace: Settin' the Woods on Fire, Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment, Klansville U.S.A.. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
12
Birth Date
1919-08-25 00:00:00
Birth Place
Clio, Alabama, USA

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