Tom C. Clark

Attorney General of the United States

Tom C. Clark - Attorney General of the United States
Born

September 23rd, 1899
126 years ago

Died

1977
48 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 59th Attorney General of the United States from 1945 to 1949. Played a significant role in various legal matters during the Truman administration. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 1949 and served until 1967, contributing to numerous landmark decisions. Resigned from the Court to support the civil rights movement, signaling a commitment to social justice.

Served as Attorney General under President Truman

Served as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court

Supported civil rights during Supreme Court tenure

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