Henry A. Wallace
Vice President and agronomist
Born
October 7th, 1888
136 years ago
Died
November 18th, 1965
59 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 33rd Vice President of the United States from 1941 to 1945 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Advocated for agricultural policies and advancements in farming techniques. Directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture from 1933 to 1940, focusing on crop production and farm assistance programs. Contributed to the development of hybrid corn and other agricultural innovations. Later, ran for President as a candidate for the Progressive Party in 1948.
Served as Vice President during World War II
Reformed agricultural policies during the Great Depression
Contributed to the development of hybrid corn
Ran for President as a Progressive Party candidate
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