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Waldorf Astor, 2nd Viscount Astor

American-born English politician and newspaper proprietor (1879-1952) · United Kingdom · On the map · Politicians · Died at 73

Waldorf Astor, 2nd Viscount Astor, was an American-born English politician and newspaper proprietor. He was a member of the Astor family. He was active in minor political roles. He was devoted to charitable projects, and with his wife Nancy Astor became a prominent fixture in upper class English society.

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1879 to 1952 · aged 73