Robert Cecil

English lawyer and politician, Nobel laureate

Robert Cecil - Leaders & Politicians born September 14th, 1864
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Served as an English lawyer and politician. Held the position of Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs. Contributed significantly to disarmament efforts during and after World War I. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1937 for work in the League of Nations and promoting world peace.

Served as Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs

Received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1937

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