Walter Sherman Gifford
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Walter Sherman Gifford

American businessman

Walter Sherman Gifford (January 10, 1885 – May 7, 1966) was an American businessman best known as the president of the AT&T Corporation from 1925 to 1948. He later served as United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1950 to 1953.2

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Born Jan 10, 1885, died May 7, 1966.1

Companies

  • AT&TBoard member 1925 to 19489

Early life and education

  • Date not recordedHarvard University3

Career

Occupation: executive.5

  • 1925 to 1948Board member, AT&T4

Personal life

  • BornJan 10, 1885, Salem6
  • DiedMay 7, 1966, New York City7
  • CitizenshipUnited States8