Hamlin, Charles S. (Charles Sumner), 1861-1938

Governor, Federal Reserve Board, 1914 – 1916

Charles S. Hamlin was the first governor to lead the Federal Reserve Board. He took office on August 10, 1914, and was governor until August 9, 1916, then remained on the Board as a member until February 1936. He continued to serve the Board as special counsel until his death on April 24, 1938. (Source: Federal Reserve History)

Born: 1861