It was a long road to second-in-command.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney 's career in politics began with a fellowship position in 1968, years before he would eventually work his way up to vice president in 2001 under former President George W. Bush.

In the years between, Cheney, who died on Nov. 3 at 84, held several elected and appointed offices throughout his long career. Here’s a breakdown of all the positions he held. Live updates: Dick Cheney, powerful VP who pushed Iraq invasion, dies at 84

Early career

Cheney began his career in federal service with a congressional fellowship in 1968. In 1969 during President Richard Nixon’s administration, according to an archived website for the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Cheney served as a special assistant to the director

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