Richard Nixon
Politician, 37th President of the USA
Born
January 9th, 1913
112 years ago
Died
April 22nd, 1994
31 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 37th President of the United States from 1969 to 1974. Prior to the presidency, held the position of Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1961. A lawyer by profession, played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency. Authored the policy of détente, engaging in significant diplomatic relations with the Soviet Union and opening relations with China. Resigned from the presidency amid the Watergate scandal, becoming the first U.S. president to do so. His administration is also noted for its role in domestic policies and the Apollo moon landing achievements.
Served as U.S. President from 1969 to 1974
Opened diplomatic relations with China
Established the Environmental Protection Agency
Resigned due to the Watergate scandal
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