1911 – 1978

Hubert Humphrey

vice president of the United States from 1965 to 1969

trade unionistpharmacistpoliticianmayor

Born

1911-05-27, Wallace

Died

1978-01-13

Birthplace state

South Dakota

Biography

Hubert Horatio Humphrey Jr. was an American politician who served from 1965 to 1969 as the 38th vice president of the United States. He twice served in the United States Senate, representing Minnesota from 1949 to 1964 and from 1971 to 1978. As a senator, he was a major leader of modern liberalism in the United States. As President Lyndon B. Johnson's vice president, he supported the controversial Vietnam War. An intensely divided Democratic Party nominated him in the 1968 presidential election, which he lost to Republican nominee Richard Nixon.

Occupation

Hubert Humphrey is recorded as a trade unionist, a pharmacist, a politician and a mayor, born in South Dakota (1911–1978).

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Hubert Humphrey was born in Wallace, South Dakota in 1911. Explore other notable figures from South Dakota, historic sites connected to this era, and the full colonial and statehood history of the state using the links below.

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Frequently asked about Hubert Humphrey

Who was Hubert Humphrey?

Hubert Humphrey was vice president of the United States from 1965 to 1969, born in South Dakota (1911 – 1978).

When and where was Hubert Humphrey born?

Hubert Humphrey was born on 1911-05-27 in Wallace.

When did Hubert Humphrey die?

Hubert died on 1978-01-13.

What was Hubert Humphrey known for?

Hubert Humphrey is recorded as a trade unionist, a pharmacist, a politician and a mayor.

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