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Spruille Braden
1894-03-13 – 1978-01-10
Life & Legacy
Spruille Braden ( SPROOL BRAY-dən; March 13, 1894 – January 10, 1978) was an American diplomat, businessman, lobbyist, and member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He served as the ambassador to various Latin American countries, and as Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs. He is notable for his interventionist activities and his prominent role in several coups d'état.
Braden served on the national council of the John Birch Society.
Occupation & Career
diplomat, businessperson, ambassador, entrepreneur
Education
Sheffield Scientific School; Montclair Kimberley Academy
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Montclair Kimberley Academy · Sheffield Scientific School
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q504182 — wikidata View source
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