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“[N]ine-tenths of the people who are in the Home Service don't want to go abroad. They are people who live in Washington and have gotten acquainted with the jungle of this town and know their way around.”

Quote by Charles E. Bohlen

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Charles E. Bohlen

Charles E. Bohlen, a former United States Ambassador to the Philippines, was born on August 30, 1904, and passed away on January 1, 1974. He had a significant career in the United States Foreign Service, serving in various key positions. more

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