Robert R. McCormick
American lawyer, Army officer, and newspaperman (1880–1955)
Died aged 74LeoUnited States
Biography
Robert Rutherford "Colonel" McCormick (July 30, 1880 – April 1, 1955) was an American publisher, lawyer, and businessman. A member of the McCormick family of Chicago, McCormick became a lawyer, Republican Chicago alderman, distinguished U.S. Army officer in World War I, and eventually owner and publisher of the Chicago Tribune newspaper. A leading Republican, McCormick opposed the New Deal and later opposed American entry into World War II. His legacy includes what is now the McCormick Foundation philanthropic organization.
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Career highlights
Career & roles
- Chicago Alderman
Employers / organisations
- Chicago Tribune
- Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
- WGN
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Amy Irwin McCormick
- Parents
- Robert Sanderson McCormickKatherine Medill McCormick
- Siblings
- Medill McCormick
Awards & honours (1)
- Distinguished Service Medal
Quick answers about Robert R. McCormick
- How old was Robert R. McCormick?
- Robert R. McCormick died on April 1, 1955 at the age of 74.
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- Robert R. McCormick was born on July 30, 1880.
- Where was Robert R. McCormick born?
- Robert R. McCormick was born in Chicago.
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- Robert R. McCormick's zodiac sign is Leo.
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- Robert R. McCormick is a citizen of United States.
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- Robert R. McCormick is known as peace activist, newspaper proprietor, newspaper editor.
- Who has Robert R. McCormick been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Robert R. McCormick's spouse is or was Amy Irwin McCormick.
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