Peter Carington

British Army officer and NATO Secretary General

Peter Carington - British Army officer and NATO Secretary General
Born

June 6th, 1919
105 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a British Army officer during World War II, attaining the rank of captain. Held the position of 6th Secretary General of NATO from 1984 to 1988. Engaged in politics as a member of the Conservative Party, and served in various governmental roles including Minister of State for Defence and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs. Entered the House of Lords as the 6th Baron Carrington in 1983. Known for substantial contributions to defense and foreign affairs in various capacities throughout a lengthy political career.

Served as 6th Secretary General of NATO

Held position of Foreign Secretary

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