LeRoy Collins, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

LeRoy Collins

American politician

Date of Birth: 10-Mar-1909

Place of Birth: Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Date of Death: 12-Mar-1991

Profession: lawyer, politician, military officer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Thomas LeRoy Collins (March 10, 1909 – March 12, 1991) was an American attorney and politician who served as the 33rd Governor of Florida.
Collins began his governorship after winning a special election in 1954, was elected to a four-year term in 1956, and served from 1955 to 1961.
Prior to winning election as governor, Collins served several terms in the Florida House of Representatives and Senate.
He was the first governor from the South to promote the moral necessity of ending segregation.
Counseling "progress under law", he took a moderate course in favor of incremental improvements during the 1950s and 60s and is remembered as a voice in favor of civil rights.