Armand Hammer

Acting•Born May 21, 1898•Died December 15, 1990 (age 92)•Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Armand Hammer was an American business manager and owner. He spent decades with Occidental Petroleum in the mid 20th century. Called "Lenin's chosen capitalist" by the press, he was also known for his art collection and his close ties to the Soviet Union.