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Barry goldwater

Barry Goldwater was an American politician, businessman, and author who served as a five-term Senator from Arizona and the Republican Party's nominee for President in the 1964 election. He is credited with sparking the resurgence of the American conservative political movement in the 1960s. Goldwater's outspoken and often controversial opinions made him a significant figure in American politics.

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1909 — 2000

  1. 1909

    Birth of Barry Goldwater

    Barry Goldwater was born on January 2, 1909, in Phoenix, Arizona Territory, to Baron and Josephine Goldwater.
  2. 1930

    Graduation from University of Arizona

    Barry Goldwater graduated from the University of Arizona and joined his family's department store business, Goldwater's, in Phoenix.
  3. 1941

    Enlistment in the U.S. Army Air Forces

    Barry Goldwater enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, serving as a pilot and achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
  4. 1952

    Election to the U.S. Senate

    Barry Goldwater was elected to the U.S. Senate from Arizona, marking the beginning of his long political career.
  5. 1960

    Publication of "The Conscience of a Conservative"

    Barry Goldwater published his influential book, "The Conscience of a Conservative," which became a manifesto for the conservative movement.
  6. 1964

    Republican Nominee for President

    Barry Goldwater became the Republican Party's nominee for President of the United States, losing to incumbent Lyndon B. Johnson in a landslide.
  7. 1969

    Re-election to the U.S. Senate

    Barry Goldwater was re-elected to the U.S. Senate, continuing to serve as a key figure in American politics.
  8. 1974

    Role in Watergate Scandal

    Barry Goldwater played a crucial role in the Watergate scandal by advising President Richard Nixon to resign to avoid impeachment.
  9. 1981

    Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee

    Barry Goldwater became the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, influencing U.S. defense policy during the Reagan administration.
  10. 1986

    Retirement from the U.S. Senate

    Barry Goldwater retired from the U.S. Senate after serving five terms, concluding his legislative career.
  11. 1988

    Publication of "Goldwater" Autobiography

    Barry Goldwater published his autobiography, "Goldwater," reflecting on his life and political career.
  12. 1994

    Induction into the Aviation Hall of Fame

    Barry Goldwater was inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame for his contributions to aviation.
  13. 1996

    Support for Gay Rights

    Barry Goldwater publicly supported gay rights, advocating for the repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy.
  14. 1998

    Death of Barry Goldwater

    Barry Goldwater passed away on May 29, 1998, in Paradise Valley, Arizona, leaving a lasting legacy in American politics.
  15. 2000

    Establishment of the Goldwater Institute

    The Goldwater Institute, a public policy think tank, was established in Barry Goldwater's honor to promote conservative principles.

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