E. William Henry

Emil William Henry served as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission from June 2, 1963, to May 1, 1966, as a self-described Kennedy Democrat.

Early life and education

Henry attended local elementary schools. Attended The Hill School, graduated Cum Laude in 1947, then enrolled in Yale University graduated with BA degree. Henry became interested in broadcast radio working on the Yale radio station WYBC.

Navy commission

After college Henry entered the US Navy in 1951 in Officer candidate school, receiving a commission as an ensign in Navy reserve. Henry as assigned to the destroyer USS Bausell. For the next three years Henry was the ship's Gunnery officer. He was discharged in 1954 with a rank of Lieutenant (junior grade)

Law school

Henry graduated from Vanderbuilt University Law school in 1954