Hiram Bingham III: Biography, Facts and Career
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Hiram Bingham III (November 19, 1875 – June 6, 1956) was an American academic, explorer and politician. In 1911, he publicized the existence of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu which he rediscovered with the guidance of local indigenous farmers. Later, Bingham served as the 69th governor of Connecticut for a single day in 1925—the shortest term in history. He had been elected in 1924 as governor, but was also elected to the Senate and chose that position. He served as a member of the United States Senate until 1933.
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- Full name: Hiram Bingham III
- Born: 1875-11-19
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q237220
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Hiram Bingham III (November 19, 1875 – June 6, 1956) was an American academic, explorer and politician.
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Hiram Bingham III was born on 1875-11-19.
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