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Alexander Haig
Alexander Haig

Alexander Haig, born on December 2, 1924, and died on February 20, 2010, was a key figure in U.S. foreign policy. He served as the United States Secretary of State and was a significant advisor to Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. more

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