Charles G. Dawes

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Charles Gates Dawes (August 27, 1865 – April 23, 1951) was an American banker, military general, diplomat, and politician who served as the 30th Vice President of the United States from 1925 to 1929. He was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1925 for his work on the Dawes Plan for World War I reparations.

Early Life and Education

Charles G. Dawes was born in Marietta, Ohio, to Rufus R. Dawes and Mary Beman Gates. He graduated from Marietta College in 1884 and later attended the Cincinnati Law School, where he earned his law degree in 1886.

Career

Banking and Business

Dawes began his career in law but soon transitioned to banking. He moved to Lincoln, Nebraska, where he became a prominent banker and businessman. His success in banking led to his appointment as Comptroller of the Currency under President William McKinley.

Military Service

During World War I, Dawes served as a brigadier general in the United States Army. He was the head of the General Purchasing Board for the American Expeditionary Forces and later became the chairman of the War Finance Corporation.

Political Career

Dawes was a member of the Republican Party and was elected as the 30th Vice President of the United States, serving under President Calvin Coolidge from 1925 to 1929. He is perhaps best known for the Dawes Plan, which was an attempt to solve the reparations problem that arose in the aftermath of World War I.

Diplomatic Work

In addition to his work on the Dawes Plan, Dawes served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1929 to 1931. His diplomatic efforts were instrumental in stabilizing the European economy during the interwar period.

Personal Life

Dawes married Caro Blymyer in 1889, and the couple had two children. He was also a talented musician and composer, known for his composition "Melody in A Major," which later became the popular song "It's All in the Game."

Death and Legacy

Charles G. Dawes died on April 23, 1951, in Evanston, Illinois. He is remembered for his contributions to banking, diplomacy, and his service as Vice President of the United States.

Related Pages

• Vice President of the United States
• Calvin Coolidge
• Dawes Plan
• Nobel Peace Prize
• Republican Party (United States)
• World War I
• American Expeditionary Forces
• War Finance Corporation

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