Gerald Brown was born in Clay County, Arkansas. After serving in World War II, he earned bachelor of arts and juris doctorate degrees. For many years, he was a trial lawyer and judge, serving on th...view moreGerald Brown was born in Clay County, Arkansas. After serving in World War II, he earned bachelor of arts and juris doctorate degrees. For many years, he was a trial lawyer and judge, serving on the Arkansas Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Arkansas. Now retired, he lives in Paragould, Arkansas.view less