Harry Browne
American politician and soldier
Born
June 17th, 1933
92 years ago
Died
2006
19 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Joined the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. Became a prominent libertarian politician and was the Libertarian Party nominee for President in 1996 and 2000. Authored several books on personal finance and libertarianism, including 'How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World' and 'The Economic Solution'. Worked as an investment advisor and financial planner.
Served as the Libertarian Party presidential nominee
Authored 'How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World'
Served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War
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