Edward Temple (banker)
Edward Ames Temple | |
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| Born | September 23, 1831 Des Moines, Iowa, US |
| Died | February 12, 1909 (aged 77) |
| Occupation | Banker |
| Known for | Founding what is now the Principal Financial Group |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Swett |
Edward Ames Temple (September 23, 1831 – February 9, 1909) was a prominent American banker and pioneer in Iowa, best known for his role in founding the Bankers Life Association, which later evolved into Principal Financial Group, one of the largest insurance and financial services corporations in the United States.