About John Jay Hopkins
Lived 1893 – 1957 (aged 63). John Jay Hopkins was an American businessperson, known for General Dynamics.
John Jay Hopkins (October 15, 1893 – May 3, 1957) was founder and president of General Dynamics from 1952 to 1957.
Hopkins was born in Santa Ana, California.
He was assistant to the Treasury Secretary. In 1937, he joined Electric Boat as a lawyer, and eventually became director. In 1948, as president of Electric Boat, he purchased Canadair and created General Dynamics from that foundation in 1952.
Hopkins created the golf World Cup, which began as the Canada Cup in 1953, and donated the trophy for the event.
Hopkins died in Washington, DC.
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Who was John Jay Hopkins?
founder and president of General Dynamics (1893-1957)
When was John Jay Hopkins born?
John Jay Hopkins was born on 15 October 1893 in Santa Ana.
When did John Jay Hopkins die?
John Jay Hopkins died on 3 May 1957 in Washington, D.C..
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John Jay Hopkins was a businessperson.
What was John Jay Hopkins known for?
John Jay Hopkins was known for General Dynamics.
What nationality was John Jay Hopkins?
John Jay Hopkins was American.
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