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John Gilbert Winant

American Republican politician and diplomat (1889-1947) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 58

John Gilbert Winant was an American diplomat and politician with the Republican party after a brief career as a teacher in Concord, New Hampshire. John Winant held positions in New Hampshire, national, and international politics. He was the 60th governor of New Hampshire from 1925 to 1927 and 1931 to 1935.

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Honorary member of the Order of Merit1947

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Winant also served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom during most of World War II. Depressed by career disappointments, a failed marriage and heavy debt, he killed himself in 1947.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1889 to 1947 · aged 58