John Lowenthal
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John Lowenthal (1925–2003) was a 20th-century American lawyer, civil servant, law professor, and documentary filmmaker, who defended the name and reputation of family friend Alger Hiss almost all his life.[1][2][3][4][5]
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John Lowenthal | |
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Born | (1925-05-14)May 14, 1925 New York City |
Died | September 9, 2003(2003-09-09) (aged 78) London |
Occupation | Academic |
Known for | Lifelong defense of Alger Hiss |
Parent(s) | Max Lowenthal, Eleanor Mack (niece of Julian Mack) |
Academic background | |
Education | Columbia University |
Alma mater | Columbia Law School |
Academic work | |
Discipline | Law |
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