Nelson Rockefeller was the 41st Vice President of the United States, serving from 1974 to 1977 under President Gerald Ford. Born in on July 8, 1908 into the wealthy and influential Rockefeller family, he was a businessman, philanthropist, and Republican politician. He served as Governor of New York from 1959 to 1973, where he expanded public services and infrastructure. Known for his moderate-to-liberal views, Rockefeller was a key figure in the “liberal Republican” wing. Though he sought the presidency several times, he never secured the nomination. He died in 1979 and is remembered for his impact on public policy and government reform.