Frank B. Kellogg

U.S. Secretary of State, Nobel laureate

Frank B. Kellogg - U.S. Secretary of State, Nobel laureate
Born

December 22nd, 1856
168 years ago

Died

December 21st, 1937
87 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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American lawyer and politician served as the 45th United States Secretary of State. Played a significant role in international diplomacy and contributed to the negotiation of the Kellogg-Briand Pact in 1928, which aimed to eliminate war as a tool of national policy. This work led to the Nobel Peace Prize in 1929. Held various public offices throughout a long career, including serving as a U.S. senator from Minnesota and as the U.S. Ambassador to Great Britain.

Negotiated the Kellogg-Briand Pact

Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1929

Served as U.S. Secretary of State

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