Hugh J. Gallen (July 30, 1924 – December 29, 1982) was an American

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and Democratic politician from Littleton, New Hampshire. After serving in the

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, he served as the 74th governor of New Hampshire from 1979 until his death in 1982. Gallen was born in

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, Oregon. Gallen served as governor from 1979 until his death. Although twice elected for two-year terms as governor he was defeated in his bid for a third term in 1982. In November 1982 he became seriously ill due to a

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that required

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. Gallen, who yielded his powers to State Senate President Vesta M. Roy, died a few days before the inauguration of his successor,

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;Gallen, governor of N.H., dies at 58
/ref> Roy became acting governor during that time.

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