Charles W. Engelhard Jr.
American businessman (1917–1971) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Charles W. Engelhard Jr. (February 15, 1917 – March 2, 1971) was an American businessman, a major owner in Thoroughbred horse racing, and a candidate in the 1955 New Jersey State Senate elections. He controlled an international mining and metals conglomerate, Engelhard, founded by his father.
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Charles W. Engelhard Jr. | |
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Born | February 15, 1917 |
Died | March 2, 1971(1971-03-02) (aged 54) |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Oxford University |
Occupation(s) | Industrialist, Racehorse owner |
Political party | Democrat |
Spouse | Jane Mannheimer (1947–1971; his death) |
Children | Anne Mannheimer-Engelhard Susan Engelhard O'Connor Jane Elizabeth Sophie Engelhard Craighead Sally Engelhard Charlene Engelhard Troy |
Parent | Charles W. Engelhard Sr. |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | November 7, 1941 – 1945[2] |
Rank | Lieutenant |
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