Ben Hill Griffin Jr., Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American citrus grower, cattle rancher, agri-businessman, politician, philanthropist
Date of Birth: 20-Oct-1910
Place of Birth: Florida, United States
Date of Death: 01-Mar-1990
Profession: politician
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Libra 
About Ben Hill Griffin Jr.
- Ben Hill Griffin Jr.
- (October 20, 1910 – March 1, 1990) was a prominent American businessman, citrus producer, politician, and philanthropist who was a native and resident of Florida.
- He was an alumnus of the University of Florida, a former legislator, one-time candidate for governor, and a patron of college sports and higher education in Florida.
- Several of his grandchildren remain active in Florida politics.
- Griffin is the subject of the final chapter of John McPhee's work of creative nonfiction 'Oranges'.
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