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Tex Thornton
Born
Charles Bates Thornton

July 22, 1913
Goree, Texas, U.S.
DiedNovember 24, 1981(1981-11-24) (aged 68)
Holmby Hills, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Burial placeArlington National Cemetery
EducationBachelor of Commercial Science, Columbus University, 1937
Occupation(s)Business executive, philanthropist
Known forCEO, Litton Industries
SpouseFlora L. Thornton
Children2
Parents
  • Ward Augustus Thornton
  • Sarah Alice Bates

Charles Bates "Tex" Thornton (July 22, 1913 – November 24, 1981) was an American business executive who was the founder of Litton Industries.

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