Charles Bowsher
Charles Arthur Bowsher (May 30, 1931 – September 30, 2022) was an American businessman and politician. He served as the 6th Comptroller General of the United States from 1981 to 1996. During that period, he led the Government Accountability Office in addressing the savings and loan crisis and other major issues. He also served as the 5th Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Financial Management and Comptroller) during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration from 1967 to 1971.
Charles Bowsher | |
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| 6th Comptroller General of the United States | |
| In office 1981–1996 | |
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| Preceded by | Elmer B. Staats |
| Succeeded by | David M. Walker |
| 5th Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Financial Management and Comptroller) | |
| In office December 18, 1967 – June 30, 1971 | |
| President | Lyndon B. Johnson |
| Preceded by | Charles F. Baird |
| Succeeded by | Frank P. Sanders |
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| Born | Charles Arthur Bowsher May 30, 1931 Elkhart, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | September 30, 2022 (aged 91) Bethesda, Maryland, U.S. |
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| Occupation | Businessman, accountant |
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| Military career | |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1950–1952 |
| Rank | Staff sergeant |
| Battles/wars | Korean War |
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