About Lewis Thompson Preston
Lived 1926 – 1995 (aged 68). Lewis Thompson Preston was an American banker, politician and ice hockey player.
Lewis Thompson Preston (August 5, 1926 – May 4, 1995) was an American banker. He was President of the World Bank from September 1991 until his death in May 1995.
Life and career Born New York City, Preston was the son of Lewis T. and Priscilla Baldwin Preston. He served in the US Marines during World War II in the Pacific and as an aide to Navy Secretary James Forrestal who was a friend of his mother.
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Who was Lewis Thompson Preston?
American banker (1926-1995)
When was Lewis Thompson Preston born?
Lewis Thompson Preston was born on 5 August 1926 in New York City.
When did Lewis Thompson Preston die?
Lewis Thompson Preston died on 4 May 1995 in Washington, D.C..
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Lewis Thompson Preston was a banker, politician and ice hockey player.
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Lewis Thompson Preston was American.
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