Francis A. Nixon
American businessman; father of U.S. president Richard Nixon
About Francis A. Nixon
Lived 1878 – 1956 (aged 77). Francis A. Nixon was an American businessperson and grocery store, known for President of the United States.
Personal life On June 25, 1908, he married Hannah Milhous and had five sons, one of whom died in childhood: Harold Samuel Nixon (June 1, 1909 – March 7, 1933) Richard Milhous Nixon (January 9, 1913 – April 22, 1994) Francis Donald Nixon (November 23, 1914 – June 27, 1987) Arthur Burdg Nixon (May 26, 1918 – August 10, 1925) Edward Calvert Nixon (May 3, 1930 – February 27, 2019) Nixon died on September 4, 1956, in La Habra, California while his son, Richard, was Vice President.
In popular culture He was played by actor Tom Bower in Oliver Stone's movie Nixon.
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Who was Francis A. Nixon?
American businessman; father of U.S. president Richard Nixon
When was Francis A. Nixon born?
Francis A. Nixon was born on 3 December 1878 in Elk Township.
When did Francis A. Nixon die?
Francis A. Nixon died on 4 September 1956 in La Habra.
What was Francis A. Nixon's occupation?
Francis A. Nixon was a businessperson and grocery store.
What was Francis A. Nixon known for?
Francis A. Nixon was known for President of the United States.
What nationality was Francis A. Nixon?
Francis A. Nixon was American.
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