Addie Viola Smith

American lawyer and trade commissioner

Addie Viola Smith - American lawyer and trade commissioner
Born

November 14th, 1893
131 years ago

Died

December 13th, 1975
49 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Born in 1893, this individual became a prominent figure in the field of law, serving as a trade commissioner. She worked on various initiatives to promote international trade and supported policies that benefitted commerce and industry. In addition to legal work, she contributed to significant reforms that impacted trade regulations in her time. Her career in law and trade was marked by dedication to enhancing economic opportunities, especially for underrepresented sectors.

Served as a trade commissioner in the U.S.

Advocated for international trade policies

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