Thomas Hart Benton

  • (noun): United States artist whose paintings portrayed life in the Midwest and South (1889-1975).
    Synonyms: Benton
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  • (noun): United States legislator who opposed the use of paper currency (1782-1858).
    Synonyms: Benton, Old Bullion

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