Happy Chandler

(1898–1991) Politician United States

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Happy Chandler was a politician from the United States.

Quick Facts About Happy Chandler

Born: July 14, 1898
Died: June 15, 1991
Nationality: United States
Profession: Politician
Notable works: Report On The War: Observations By Five Members Of The United States Senate On A 45, 000 Mile Trip To The War Areas

About Happy Chandler

Albert Benjamin "Happy" Chandler Sr. was an American politician from Kentucky. He represented Kentucky in the U.S. Senate and served as its 44th and 49th governor. Aside from his political positions, he also served as the second commissioner of baseball from 1945 to 1951 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982. His grandson, Ben Chandler, later served as US Representative for Kentucky's sixth district.

Biography source: Wikipedia