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William Clay Ford, Sr.

1925-03-14 – 2014-03-09

Portrait of William Clay Ford, Sr.
William Clay Ford Sr in 1961Credit: Jimmy Tafoya

Life & Legacy

William Clay Ford Sr. (March 14, 1925 – March 9, 2014) was an American businessman who was on the boards of Ford Motor Company and the Edison Institute. Ford owned the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL) from 1964 until his death. He was the youngest child of Edsel Ford and was the last surviving grandchild of Henry Ford.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Education

Yale University; Hotchkiss School

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Education & Institutions

Hotchkiss School · Yale University

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1679715 — wikidata View source

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