Career
In July 1919, Chatham began working for his family's company, Chatham Manufacturing, which was the world's largest manufacturer of blankets. After serving as treasurer of the company, he became president in 1929 and chairman of the board of directors in 1945. During his presidency, the company experienced considerable growth.
From 1942 to 1945, Chatham served in the U.S. Navy with the Bureau of Ordnance and the office of the secretary of the Navy. He attained the rank of commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve and was awarded the Bronze Star, the secretary of the Navy's Commendation Medal, and the Royal Order of Orange-Nassau with Swords from the Dutch government.
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