Charles G. Dawes 1865 – 1951

Biography

Charles G. Dawes lived a life of distinguished public service, serving as Vice President of the United States from 1925 to 1929 under President Calvin Coolidge. Born on August 27, 1865, in Marietta, Dawes came of age during a transformative period in American history and rose to prominence through his dedication to government and civic responsibility.

During his tenure as Vice President, Dawes represented the nation during a time of relative prosperity and international engagement in the post-World War I era. His years in this high office reflected his commitment to serving the American people and contributing to the nation’s development during the 1920s.

Charles G. Dawes passed away on April 23, 1951, in Evanston, succumbing to coronary thrombosis at the age of eighty-five. His remains were laid to rest at Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago, a final resting place befitting a man who had dedicated much of his life to public service and the betterment of his nation.