Emil Russell Guerra (October 30, 1924 – April 19, 1992) was a Republican politician and a former member of the Ohio House of Representatives.
A native of Dayton, Ohio and graduate of Fairview High School, Guerra served in World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart for his service.
In the late 1960s, Guerra faced a near fatal gunshot wound, but recovered to return to the police force.
[3] In 1980, Guerra, who was Republican, ran against incumbent Representative Larry Christman, who had served for over eight years.
In a historically Republican year led by Ronald Reagan, Guerra defeated Christman to take the seat.