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What are the roles of a diplomat?
When U.S. diplomats negotiate a treaty, attend a state dinner, or arrange a visa for a traveler to the United States, they all have the same mission—to represent the…
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What are the key policies of the U.S. Department of State?
The State Department’s goals differ from nation to nation and change over time. Yet, even across presidential administrations, a few broad policies form the bedrock…
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How does the U.S. Department of State engage American youth?
The U.S. Department of State has a deep interest in educating and involving today’s students—the leaders and diplomats of tomorrow. Because of this, it has…
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How does the U.S. Department of State protect American diplomats?
The bureau of diplomatic security (DS) is the security and law enforcement arm of the U.S. Department of State and is responsible for providing a safe and secure…
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How does the Department of State interact with Congress?
“The Constitution provided an invitation to the President and Congress to struggle for the privilege of directing American foreign policy.” – U.S. Senator Daniel P.…
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How do you become a diplomat?
The U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy efforts, advancing our nation’s interests and national security abroad. Diplomats represent and further the interests and…
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How do embassies help U.S. citizens?
Embassies help American citizens in many ways. The effects of some are in plain sight, issuance of visas to promote international visits to the United…
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Dayton Accords Items from Ambassador Christopher R. Hill
On November 1, 1995, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, Secretary of State Warren Christopher and then-Assistant Secretary of State Richard Holbrooke opened…
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Sign Up to Join Our Spring 2022 Diplomacy Simulation Teacher Trainings
Are you hoping to internationalize your classroom curriculum, enrich your classroom teaching on National History Day’s 2021-2022 theme “Debate and Diplomacy,” or find an interactive…
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Constance Harvey, the Medal of Freedom, and the Bravery of a Diplomat in World War II
Being a diplomat can mean putting yourself at risk, especially in times of violence or war. Diplomats may help evacuate their nation’s citizens from dangerous…
