John R. Allen

General and diplomat; served in Iraq

John R. Allen - General and diplomat; served in Iraq
Born

December 15th, 1953
71 years ago

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Served as a four-star general in the United States Marine Corps. Led coalition forces during the Iraq War and later served as the commander of the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan. After military service, held the position of president at the Brookings Institution, focusing on foreign policy and security issues. Engaged in various diplomatic efforts throughout career, advancing U.S. interests both domestically and internationally.

Commanded U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan

Led the International Security Assistance Force

Served as president of the Brookings Institution

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