Abner Linwood Holton Jr.
Abner Linwood Holton Jr.;Linwood Holton
Born: 1923
Death: 2021
Biography:
Linwood Holton (September 21, 1923 – October 28, 2021) was an American politician and attorney. He served as the 61st governor of Virginia, from 1970 to 1974, and was the first elected Republican governor of Virginia of the 20th century. Known for supporting civil rights, integration, and public investment.