Harold E. Hanson | |
|---|---|
| Interim Mayor of Madison, Wisconsin | |
| In office February 3, 1961 – April 18, 1961 | |
| Preceded by | Ivan A. Nestingen |
| Succeeded by | Henry Edward Reynolds |
| City Attorney of Madison, Wisconsin | |
| In office May 2, 1938 – May 1, 1961 | |
| Preceded by | Doris E. Lehner (acting) |
| Succeeded by | Alton S. Heasler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 31, 1895 Stoughton, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | November 28, 1978 (aged 83) Madison, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Hill Cemetery, Madison |
| Spouse |
Alice Salsman (m. 1923–1978) |
| Children |
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| Alma mater | |
| Profession | Lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | Wisconsin National Guard |
| Years of service | 1917–1918 |
| Unit | 32nd Div. U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
Harold E. Hanson (October 31, 1895 – November 29, 1978) was an American lawyer from Madison, Wisconsin. He was the city attorney for 23 years (1938–1961), and served as interim mayor during 1961. He also served 11 years as an assistant U.S. attorney.