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Stephen Benton Elkins

1841-09-26 – 1911-01-04

Portrait of Stephen Benton Elkins
Stephen Benton Elkins (1841–1911)Credit: Photo by M. Brady Galleries.

Life & Legacy

Stephen Benton Elkins (September 26, 1841 – January 4, 1911) was an American industrialist and politician. He served as the secretary of war between 1891 and 1893. He served in the United States Congress as a delegate from the Territory of New Mexico and a senator from West Virginia.

Occupation & Career

politician, lawyer, teacher, businessperson, banker

Education

Masonic College; University of Missouri

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Education & Institutions

Masonic College · University of Missouri

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q723281 — wikidata View source

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