Richard N. Dixon
| Richard N. Dixon | |
|---|---|
| 22nd Treasurer of Maryland | |
| In office 1996–2002 | |
| Preceded by | Lucille Mauer |
| Succeeded by | Nancy K. Kopp |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 17, 1938 Westminster, Maryland, United States |
| Died | June 7, 2012 Baltimore, Maryland |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Alma mater | Morgan State University, 1960; |
| Profession | stock broker, Politician |
Richard N. Dixon (born April 17, 1938) was the first African American Treasurer of Maryland. Previously, he was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Carroll County, Maryland, from 1983 to 1996.
Background
Richard Dixon was one of six children of Thomas and Mamie Dixon. His father earned a living as a custodian but insisted that his children go to college.[1]
Education
Dixon attended the Robert Moton School, in Westminster, Maryland, the only school in the county which black children could attend. He then attended college at Morgan State College in Baltimore, Maryland, earning a Bachelor of Sciences degree. After Morgan, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, entering as a private and leaving with the rank of captain. Dixon then returned to Morgan and earned his M.B.A.[2]
References
- ↑ "Obituary: Richard N. Dixon, former Maryland treasurer - Baltimore Sun". Articles.baltimoresun.com. 2012-06-10. Retrieved 2013-01-12.
- ↑ "Richard N. Dixon, Maryland State Treasurer". Msa.maryland.gov. Retrieved 2013-01-12.