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The Life and Legacy of Charles Koch: A Deep Dive into His Influence and Contributions

Early Life and Education Charles Koch was born on November 1, 1935, in Wichita, Kansas, into a family that would profoundly influence his future endeavors. His father, Fred Koch, was an industrialist who founded Koch Industries, a company that would later become one of the largest privately held firms in the United States. Growing up …