John Howard Pyle

John Howard Pyle was an American broadcaster and politician who served as the ninth governor of the U.S. state of Arizona from 1951 to 1955. An opponent of polygamy, he authorized a raid on a Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints compound. As a member of the Republican Party, Pyle also served as an official in the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Occupation

politician, radio personality, governor

Position held

Governor of Arizona

Citizenship

United States

Born

March 25, 1906

Died

November 29, 1987