Edward T. Conroy
Edward T. Conroy | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Maryland Senate from the 24[2] district | |
| In office 1966[1]–1982[2] | |
| Succeeded by | Mary A. Conroy[2] |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 31, 1929 New York City |
| Died | May 24, 1982 (aged 53) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | State Senator Mary A. Conroy |
| Children | Edward J. Conroy, Sr., Kevin Conroy |
Edward T. Conroy (January 31, 1929 – May 24, 1982) was an attorney, United States Army officer, and state senator in Maryland.[2][3] A veteran of the Korean War, he lost his left hand and suffered severe burns during combat which ended his intended career as a physician. He was the recipient of the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. While in office as a politician, he supported labor unions and was an advocate for the rights of people with disabilities; including but not limited to support of the Disabled American Veterans organization.[1]
Life and career
Conroy was born in New York City and educated at Xavier High School where he received military-training. He studied medicine at Fordham University and served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was seriously wounded at the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge; losing his left hand in addition to suffering severe burns of his skin. He was awarded the Silver Star and two Purple Hearts.[1]
The loss of his hand ended his career prospects in medicine, and Conroy reoriented his career toward the law; earning a degree from Georgetown University Law Center.[1] In 1962 he was elected to the Maryland House of Delegates; serving one term.[1] He was first elected to the Maryland Senate in 1966 which remained his political home until his death from cancer in 1982.[1] In 1980, he was the Democratic Party candidate for U.S. Senate.[4]
He served as National Commander of the Disabled American Veterans from 1971 to 1972.[5]
Legacy
The Edward T. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program was created in his memory.[6]
References
- ^ a b c d e f g Kenworthy, Tom (May 25, 1982). "Victim of Cancer: State Senator Edward T. Conroy Dies at 53". The Baltimore Sun. p. D1.
- ^ a b c d "Historical List Senate, Legislative District 24". Archives of Maryland. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
- ^ "Edward T. Conroy (1929-1982)". Archives of Maryland (Biographical Series). Archives of Maryland. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
- ^ CQ Congressional Quarterly Weekly Report. Congressional Quarterly, Incorporated. 1981. p. 645.
- ^ United States Congressional Serial Set: Serial No. 15038, House Documents Nos. 129-137. Washington, D.C.: Government Printing Office. 2007. p. xi. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
- ^ "Edward T. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program & Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program". Maryland Higher Education Commission. Archived from the original on 18 December 2012. Retrieved 16 June 2014.