James F. Byrnes
U.S. Secretary of State during WWII
Born
May 2nd, 1879
145 years ago
Died
1972
53 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 49th Secretary of State from 1945 to 1947 and played a key role in shaping post-World War II policy. Before this role, served as an influential U.S. Senator from South Carolina, actively participating in various legislative efforts. Contributed to wartime efforts as an advisor to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Instrumental in representing U.S. interests at the Potsdam Conference.
Served as Secretary of State under Harry S. Truman
Participated in the Potsdam Conference
Contributed to U.S. post-war foreign policy
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