About Charles W. Crawford
Lived 1888 – 1957 (aged 69). Charles W. Crawford was a chemist.
Charles W. Crawford (July 21, 1888 – September 15, 1957) was an American chemist who served as Commissioner of Food and Drugs from 1951 to 1954. He graduated Oklahoma A&M University with a BA degree in chemistry in 1909. He later received a master's degree in 1915. He quickly became the FDA's principal representative during the drafting of the 1938 Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
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Who was Charles W. Crawford?
American chemist (1888-1957)
When was Charles W. Crawford born?
Charles W. Crawford was born on 21 July 1888 in Lorena.
When did Charles W. Crawford die?
Charles W. Crawford died on 15 September 1957 in San Francisco.
What was Charles W. Crawford's occupation?
Charles W. Crawford was a chemist.
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