Jacob M. Lomakin

Soviet Consul General and economist

Jacob M. Lomakin - Soviet Consul General and economist
Born

1904
121 years ago

Died

August 16th, 1958
66 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Soviet Union

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Served as the Soviet Consul General in New York City. Worked as a journalist and economist. Engaged in diplomatic relations during a tumultuous period in U.S.-Soviet history. Contributed to economic discussions and insights regarding the Soviet Union's stance.

Acted as the Soviet Consul General in New York City

Contributed to economic and journalistic discourse

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