Ezra Taft Benson

Religious leader, 13th LDS Church President

Ezra Taft Benson - Religious leader, 13th LDS Church President
Born

August 4th, 1899
125 years ago

Died

May 30th, 1994
30 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 13th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Was appointed as Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Played a significant role in promoting agricultural policies and the welfare of farmers. Engaged in the church's leadership during a time of growth and expansion in the latter half of the 20th century.

Served as the 13th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1985 to 1994

Held the position of Secretary of Agriculture from 1953 to 1961

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