Thomas N. Downing

Thomas Nelms Downing (February 1, 1919 – October 23, 2001) was a lawyer, politician, and Democratic Congressman from Virginia's 1st congressional district for nine terms.

Thomas Nelms Downing
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Virginia's 1st district
In office
January 3, 1959  January 3, 1977
Preceded byEdward J. Robeson Jr.
Succeeded byPaul S. Trible
Chairman of the House Select Committee on Assassinations
In office
September 17, 1976 January 3, 1977
Preceded byPosition established
Succeeded byHenry B. González
Personal details
Born(1919-02-01)February 1, 1919
Newport News, Virginia
DiedOctober 23, 2001(2001-10-23) (aged 82)
Newport News, Virginia
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materVirginia Military Institute
University of Virginia
Military service
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Years of service1942 1946
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