Ellis Arnall

1907–1992 (age 85)

Politician

Biography

Ellis Arnall served with distinction as a politician who brought courage and compassion to the governance of Georgia, championing reforms that expanded access to education and fair elections.

He is remembered by citizens who benefited from his fairness and by family who visit him at Oak Hill Cemetery, where his legacy of public service endures.

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