Laurence Duggan 1905-1948: In Memoriam

By Sumner Welles

Book Overview

""Laurence Duggan 1905-1948: In Memoriam"" is a book written by Sumner Welles, dedicated to the life and legacy of Laurence Duggan, an American government official who served in various capacities during the 1930s and 1940s. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Duggan's life, from his early years as a student at Harvard University to his work as a diplomat and intelligence officer during World War II. Welles, who was a close friend of Duggan, offers a personal perspective on the man and his accomplishments, while also providing historical context for the events in which Duggan played a key role. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Duggan's work as a Soviet expert, his involvement in the establishment of the United Nations, and his tragic death in 1948, which was ruled a suicide but remains controversial to this day. Overall, ""Laurence Duggan 1905-1948: In Memoriam"" is a tribute to a remarkable individual who made significant contributions to American foreign policy and international relations during a tumultuous period in world history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and its role in the world during the mid-20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163194514
• ISBN13: 9781163194515
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"