Wallace F. Bennett
American businessman and politician (1898–1993) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Wallace Foster Bennett (November 13, 1898 – December 19, 1993) was an American businessman and politician. A member of the Republican Party, he served as a US Senator from Utah from 1951 to 1974. He was the father of Bob Bennett, who later held his father's seat in the Senate.[1]
Quick Facts United States Senator from Utah, Preceded by ...
Wallace F. Bennett | |
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United States Senator from Utah | |
In office January 3, 1951 – December 20, 1974 | |
Preceded by | Elbert D. Thomas |
Succeeded by | Jake Garn |
Personal details | |
Born | Wallace Foster Bennett November 13, 1898 Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
Died | December 19, 1993(1993-12-19) (aged 95) Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
Resting place | Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37.92″N 111°51′28.8″W |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Frances Marion Grant |
Children | 5, including Bob |
Alma mater | University of Utah |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Second lieutenant |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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