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Winthrop Rockefeller (May 1, 1912 – February 22, 1973) was an American politician and philanthropist. Rockefeller was the fourth son and fifth child of American financier John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Abby Aldrich Rockefeller. He is one of the grandchildren of Standard Oil co-founder John D. Rockefeller.
Apr 30, 2024 · Winthrop Rockefeller (born May 1, 1912, New York City—died Feb. 22, 1973, Palm Springs, Calif., U.S.) was an American politician and philanthropist and a member of the famed Rockefeller family. He was the second youngest of the five sons of John D. Rockefeller, Jr..
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Oct 11, 2023 · As governor, Winthrop Rockefeller brought economic, cultural, and political change to Arkansas. “W. “W. R.” or “Win,” as he was known, brought an end to the political organization of former Governor Orval E. Faubus and created a political environment that produced moderate leaders like Dale Bumpers , David Pryor , and Bill Clinton .
The life of Winthrop Rockefeller. 1 of 4. Fifty years ago this month, Winthrop Rockefeller was inaugurated as the first Republican governor of Arkansas in 93 years. His two terms in office...
Mar 7, 2022 · Winthrop Rockefeller Collection, UA Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture. “This is my show!” declared Winthrop Rockefeller, as he took Saturday Evening Post journalist Joe...
- John Kirk
Jul 17, 2006 · LITTLE ROCK, Ark., July 16 - Lt. Gov. Winthrop Paul Rockefeller, who followed his family's twin traditions of philanthropy and politics in the state adopted by his father, died here Sunday. He...
Apr 7, 2022 · April 7, 2022. Angelita Faller. Arts & Culture Featured Homepage News. No Comments. Dr. John Kirk, George W. Donaghey Distinguished Professor of History at UA Little Rock, has published a new book examining the first 44 years of former Arkansas governor Winthrop Rockefeller’s life.
