Ogden Reid

American politician and newspaper owner

Ogden Reid - American politician and newspaper owner
Born

June 24th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1949 to 1958. Played a significant role in the Republican Party and was associated with issues surrounding civil rights and foreign policy. Worked as the publisher of the New York Herald Tribune, guiding the newspaper through a period of significant changes and challenges in journalism. Held the position of U.S. Ambassador to Finland from 1969 to 1971, contributing to U.S.-Finnish relations during the Cold War era.

Served in the U.S. House of Representatives

Published the New York Herald Tribune

Acted as U.S. Ambassador to Finland

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