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Also Known As Robert Ferdinand Wagner
Born June 8, 1877 • Germany
Died May 4, 1953 (aged 75) • New York City • New York
Title / Office United States Senate (1927-1949), United States
Political Affiliation Democratic Party
Notable Family Members son Robert F. Wagner
Role In New Deal

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