Background
Whittingham, Charles Edward was born on April 13, 1913 in San Diego, California, United States. Son of Edward and Ellen (Taylor) Whittingham.
thoroughbred race horse owner and trainer
Whittingham, Charles Edward was born on April 13, 1913 in San Diego, California, United States. Son of Edward and Ellen (Taylor) Whittingham.
Trainer thoroughbred horses,, California, 1930-1942. Assistant trainer Luro Public Stable, New York, 1945-1949. Owner, trainer Whittingham Public Stable, Sierra Madre, California, from 1949.
Winner Kentucky Derby with Ferdinand, 1986, with Sunday Silence, 1989.
Member Republican Senatorial Inner-Circle, Washington, since 1983, national advisor board American Security Council, Washington, since 1976. Campaigner member Republican National Committee, Washington, since 1976. Served to master sergeant United States Marine Corps, 1942-1945, PTO. Member Horsemens Benevolent & Protective Association (v.p since 1976).
Married Peggy Boone, October 12, 1944. Children: Michael Charles, Charlene.