Prescott Bush

American banker and politician

Prescott Bush - American banker and politician
Born

May 15th, 1895
129 years ago

Died

1972
53 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a U.S. Senator from Connecticut from 1952 to 1963. Engaged in banking as a partner in the investment banking firm Brown Brothers Harriman. Involved in Republican politics, supporting various presidential campaigns. Held a prominent role in the community and was recognized for contributions to business and politics.

Served as U.S. Senator from Connecticut

Worked at Brown Brothers Harriman

Supported Republican presidential campaigns

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