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Benedict Crowell

1869 – 1952

United States Army general

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Lived 1869 – 1952 (aged 82). Benedict Crowell was an American lobbyist and military officer.

Benedict Crowell (October 21, 1869 – September 8, 1952) was a United States military officer and politician particularly influential in military organization during and following World War I. He was United States Assistant Secretary of War from 1917 to 1920.

Early life Benedict Crowell was born on October 21, 1869, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Mary (née Benedict) and William Crowell.

He attended public schools and the Case School of Applied Science. He attended Yale University, where he was admitted to the Zeta Psi fraternity, graduating in 1891 with both a Bachelor of Philosophy and a M.A. in 1918. The indictment was dismissed on January 30, 1925. On January 24, 1931, he was nominated as brigadier general of the United States Army Reserve by President Hoover.

Family life and death Crowell married Julia Cobb, daughter of one of the founders of drug firm Strong, Cobb & Company, of Cleveland in December 1904. They had two children, Florence and Benedict Jr.

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Lobbyist, military officer
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Education
Yale University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Benedict Crowell?

United States Army general

When was Benedict Crowell born?

Benedict Crowell was born on 12 October 1869 in Cleveland.

When did Benedict Crowell die?

Benedict Crowell died on 8 September 1952 in Cleveland.

What was Benedict Crowell's occupation?

Benedict Crowell was a lobbyist and military officer.

What nationality was Benedict Crowell?

Benedict Crowell was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Benedict Crowell

· Wikidata: Q4887265

· DBpedia: Benedict Crowell

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