Eugene J. Watts (October 17, 1942 – November 11, 2008) was a member of the Ohio Senate, United States, serving the 16th district.

He was a Professor Emeritus of History at Ohio State University.

He served in the Army during the Vietnam War and rose to the rank of captain and earned a Bronze Star.

During his tenure in the Ohio Senate he was an advocate for veteran affairs and education.

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