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Charles August Lindbergh

Charles August Lindbergh served as a representative for Minnesota (1907-1917).

  • Republican
  • Minnesota
  • District 6
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Minnesota

Representing constituents across the Minnesota delegation.

District District 6

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1907-1917

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Charles August Lindbergh served as a Representative from Minnesota in the United States Congress from 1907 to 1917. A member of the Republican Party, Charles August Lindbergh contributed to the legislative process during 5 terms in office.

Charles August Lindbergh’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Charles August Lindbergh participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Charles August Lindbergh (born Carl Månsson; January 20, 1859 – May 24, 1924) was a United States Congressman from Minnesota’s 6th congressional district from 1907 to 1917. He is known for his opposition to the 1913 Federal Reserve Act, which he warned would hand control of the economy to “a purely profiteering group” operating “for the sole purpose of obtaining the greatest possible profits from the use of other people’s money.” Lindbergh opposed American entry into World War I, arguing that the United States should avoid foreign entanglements. Lindbergh is best known as the father of famed aviator Charles Lindbergh.

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