Francis Bowes Sayre Sr.
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Francis Bowes Sayre Sr. (April 30, 1885 – March 29, 1972) was a professor at Harvard Law School, High Commissioner of the Philippines, and a son-in-law of President Woodrow Wilson.[1]
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Francis Bowes Sayre Sr. | |
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High Commissioner to the Philippines | |
In office October 28, 1939 – October 12, 1942 | |
President | Franklin Roosevelt |
Preceded by | Weldon Jones (Acting) |
Succeeded by | Harold L. Ickes |
Personal details | |
Born | (1885-04-30)April 30, 1885 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | March 29, 1972(1972-03-29) (aged 86) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Resting place | Washington National Cathedral |
Spouses | |
Children | 3 |
Alma mater | Williams College Harvard Law School |
Occupation | Lawyer, diplomat, educator |
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