Edgar W. Hiestand

Edgar Willard Hiestand (December 3, 1888—August 19, 1970), was a staunch Anti-Communist who served ten years in the United States Congress.

Hiestand was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 3, 1888. A Republican and member of the John Birch Society, he represented California's 21st Congressional District from 1953 until 1963, when he was defeated by Augustus F. Hawkins.

Hiestand died in Pasadena, California on August 19, 1970. His ashes were interred at San Gabriel Cemetery in California

Preceded by Harry R. Sheppard	United States Representative for the 21st District of California 1953–1963	Succeeded by Augustus F. Hawkins

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