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Fred M. Vinson

Biography

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DDE in Parade

 

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Fred M. Vinson Sworn In

 

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Fred M.Vinson Welcome Center

 

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Dead Fred

 

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The Chief Justice of the United States - Fred Vinson (1946 - 1953)

Frederick "Fred" Moore Vinson was an American Democratic politician who served the United States in all three branches of government. The most prominent member of the Vinson political family, he was the 53rd United States Secretary of the Treasury and the 13th Chief Justice of the United States.
  • Personal 

  • Early years 

  • United States Representative from Kentucky 

  • United States Court of Appeals 

  • Secretary of the Treasury 

  • Chief Justice 

  • Potential cabinet position 

  • Death and legacy