Robert R. McCormick, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Robert R. McCormick

Publisher of the Chicago Tribune

Date of Birth: 30-Jul-1880

Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 01-Apr-1955

Profession: peace activist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo


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About Robert R. McCormick

  • Robert Rutherford "Colonel" McCormick (July 30, 1880 – April 1, 1955) was a member of the McCormick family of Chicago who 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 and non-interventionist, McCormick opposed the increase in Federal power brought about by the New Deal and later opposed American entry into World War II.
  • His death also created what is now the McCormick Foundation, known for its philanthropic activities.

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