H. R. Haldeman
| Bob Haldeman | |
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| 4th White House Chief of Staff | |
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In office January 20, 1969 – April 30, 1973 |
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| President | Richard Nixon |
| Preceded by | Jim Jones (Appointments Secretary) |
| Succeeded by | Alexander Haig |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
Harry Robbins Haldeman October 27, 1926 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | November 12, 1993 (aged 67) Santa Barbara, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Joanne Horton |
| Education |
University of Redlands University of Southern California University of California, Los Angeles (BA) |
Harry Robbins "Bob" Haldeman (October 27, 1926 – November 12, 1993), better known as H. R. Haldeman was an American political aide and businessman, best known for his service as White House Chief of Staff to President Richard Nixon and his consequent involvement in the Watergate Affair. His intimate role in the Watergate cover-up precipitated his resignation from government; subsequent to which he was tried on counts of perjury, conspiracy and obstruction of justice; found guilty and imprisoned for 18 months. Upon his release he returned to private life and was a successful businessman until his death from cancer in 1993.
Haldeman was born in Los Angeles on October 27, 1926, one of three children of socially prominent parents. His father, Harry Francis Haldeman, founded and ran a successful heating and air conditioning supply company, and gave time and financial support to local Republican causes, including the Richard Nixon financial fund that led to the so-called "Fund Crisis" during the 1952 presidential race. His mother, Katherine (née Robbins), was a longtime volunteer with the Salvation Army and other philanthropic organizations. His paternal grandfather, Harry Marston Haldeman, co-founded the Better American Federation of California, The Oz Film Manufacturing Company, and the gentleman's club, The Uplifters. Young Haldeman and his siblings were raised as Christian Scientists. Known to his peers as a "straight arrow," he sported his trademark flat-top haircut from his high school years, enjoyed discussions of ethics, and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended Harvard School, during which time he met Jo (Joanne) Horton, who was a student at Marlborough School. They married in 1949.
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