Newton D. Baker

Newton D. Baker

Newton Diehl Baker, Jr. (December 3, 1871 – December 25, 1937) was an American politician who belonged to the Democratic Party. He served as the 37th mayor of Cleveland, Ohio from 1912 to 1915 and as U.S. Secretary of War from 1916 to 1921.

Read more about Newton D. Baker:  Early Years, Cleveland Politics, Secretary of War, Later Years, Personal Life, Legacy

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