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Robert W. Welch, Jr.
1899-12-01 – 1985-01-06
Life & Legacy
Robert Henry Winborne Welch Jr. (December 1, 1899 – January 6, 1985) was an American businessman, political organizer, and conspiracy theorist. He was wealthy following his retirement from the candy business and used his wealth to sponsor anti-communist causes. He co-founded the John Birch Society (JBS), an American right-wing political advocacy group, in 1958 and tightly controlled it until his death. He was highly controversial and criticized by liberals, as well as some conservatives, including William F. Buckley Jr.
Occupation & Career
businessperson, journalist, politician, writer, entrepreneur
Education
Harvard Law School; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; United States Naval Academy
Legacy Highlights
Employer
James O. Welch Co.
Education & Institutions
Harvard Law School · United States Naval Academy · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q3436506 — wikidata View source
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