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John McCain was an American naval officer and Republican politician who represented Arizona in Congress for more than three decades. He served in the House of Representatives from 1983 to 1987 and in the U.S. Senate from 1987 until 2018. During the Vietnam War he was shot down, captured, and held as a prisoner of war for more than five years.

McCain was the Republican Party's nominee for president in the 2008 election.

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When did John McCain serve in Congress?

McCain served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1983 to 1987 and in the Senate from 1987 until 2018. He represented Arizona in Congress for more than three decades.

What happened to John McCain during the Vietnam War?

His Navy aircraft was shot down over Hanoi on October 26, 1967. He was held as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam from 1967 to 1973.

Did John McCain run for president?

Yes, he unsuccessfully sought the Republican presidential nomination in 2000. He later won the Republican nomination and ran against Barack Obama in the 2008 presidential election.

What was John McCain's military background?

McCain graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1958 and served as a U.S. Navy pilot. He remained in the Navy until 1981 before beginning his political career in Arizona.

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