Henry Cabot Lodge
American historian and politician.

Born
May 12th, 1850
174 years ago
Died
November 9th, 1924
100 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a prominent U.S. Senator from Massachusetts and played a significant role in the formulation of foreign policy during the early 20th century. As a historian, authored several works on American history, focusing on the colonial period and the American Revolution. Advocated for the United States' involvement in World War I and opposed the Treaty of Versailles. His significant political career included serving as the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Served as U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Authored 'The Campaign of 1776' and 'The History of the American Revolution'
Opposed the League of Nations in the Senate
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