Samuel D. Berger
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Samuel David Berger (December 11, 1911 – February 12, 1980) was an American diplomat who served as United States Ambassador to Korea from 1961 to 1964.
Quick Facts 6th United States Ambassador to Korea, President ...
Samuel David Berger | |
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6th United States Ambassador to Korea | |
In office June 27, 1961 – July 10, 1964 | |
President | John F. Kennedy Lyndon B. Johnson |
Preceded by | Walter P. McConaughy |
Succeeded by | Winthrop G. Brown |
Personal details | |
Born | (1911-12-06)December 6, 1911 Gloversville, New York |
Died | February 12, 1980(1980-02-12) (aged 68) Washington, D.C. |
Cause of death | Cancer |
Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery |
Spouse(s) |
Margaret Fowler
(m. 1937; died 1967)Betty Lee Pressey
(m. 1969; died 2002) |
Relatives | Graenum Berger, brother |
Education | University of Wisconsin London School of Economics |
Profession | Diplomat |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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