Rowland Hazard III

Rowland Hazard III (October 29, 1881, Peace Dale, Rhode Island, US – December 20, 1945, Waterbury, Connecticut, US) was an American businessman and member of a prominent Rhode Island family involved in the foundation and executive leadership of a number of well-known companies. He is also known as the "Rowland H." who figured in the events leading to the formation of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Read more about Rowland Hazard III:  Family and Early Life, Business Interests, Relationship To The Oxford Group and The Formation of Alcoholics Anonymous, Dispute and Confirmation of The Historical Account, References

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