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William du Pont, Jr.: American banker and racehorse breeder (1896–1965).
Born in Loseley Park (died at age 69).
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William du Pont Jr. was an English-born American businessman and banker, and a prominent figure in the sport of Thoroughbred horse racing. He developed and designed more than 20 racing venues, including Fair Hill at his 5,000-acre estate in Maryland. A member of the Delaware Du Pont family, he was the son of William du Pont and Annie Rogers Zinn, and brother to Marion duPont Scott, a noted horsewoman and breeder.
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William du Pont, Jr. was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
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William du Pont, Jr. was born in Loseley Park.
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