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Roy Dikeman Chapin Sr.

1880-02-23 – 1936-02-16

Portrait of Roy Dikeman Chapin Sr.
Roy D. Chapin, founder of Hudson Motors, U.S. Secretary of CommerceCredit: Harris & Ewing

Life & Legacy

Roy Dikeman Chapin Sr. (February 23, 1880 – February 16, 1936) was an American industrialist and a co-founder of Hudson Motor Company, the predecessor of American Motors Corporation. He also served as the United States secretary of commerce from August 8, 1932, to March 3, 1933, during the final months of the administration of President Herbert Hoover.

Occupation & Career

politician, businessperson

Education

University of Michigan; Hotchkiss School

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Education & Institutions

Hotchkiss School · University of Michigan

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q373072 — wikidata View source

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