Story of Diplomacy
Boa Lee: Diplomacy Can Overcome Tragedy
In 2012, I had just arrived at my first overseas assignment in Sierra Leone when I was asked to deal with a protest outside the…
Cold War Diplomacy (1945-1991)
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The Fall of Saigon (1975): The Bravery of American Diplomats and Refugees
On April 30, 1975, the South Vietnamese capital of Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese Army, effectively ending the Vietnam War. In the days before, U.S. forces evacuated thousands of Americans and South Vietnamese. American diplomats were on the frontlines, organizing what would be the most ambitious helicopter evacuation in history.
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A Hero of U.S. Diplomacy: Dr. Ralph J. Bunche (1904-1971)
Dr. Ralph J. Bunche was a pioneering African American diplomat who shaped some of the most remarkable moments in the twentieth century. Dr. Ralph Bunche…
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“Tie a Yellow Ribbon:” The Origin of the National Response to the Iran Hostage Crisis
In November 1979, 52 Americans in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran were taken hostage by Iranian students. Everyone, from the most junior staff members to…
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Collection Highlights
John Limbert: Bringing Meaning to a “Bunch of Old Clothes”
Think of a historic event you personally witnessed or experienced firsthand. Do you remember what you wore? The National Museum of American Diplomacy (NMAD) has several…
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Kate Koob: Courage and Composure
In July 1979 Kate Koob arrived as a Foreign Service Officer in Iran — a country in the throes of a massive political and social revolution. When the embassy was captured that November, Koob would be held hostage for 444 days.
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The Legacy of Edward R. Dudley: Civil Rights Activist and the First African American Ambassador
In 1949, Ambassador Edward R. Dudley was the first African American to hold the rank of ambassador. His legacy also includes a long history of…
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Passport Travels: Myriam Johnston, U.S. Information Agency Officer
Passport Travels: Myriam Johnston, U.S. Information Agency Officer Spurred by a desire to see the world, Myriam Johnston joined the U.S. Information Agency (USIA) in…
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Pioneering Diplomacy: Lois Roth
In the late 1960s, Foreign Service Officer Lois Roth headed the Iran-American Society in Tehran – an active and flourishing hub of cultural arts, English language learning, and people-to-people outreach. A Department of State article highlighted Lois as somewhat of a novelty: “How does she, a career woman in the Foreign Service,…
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Patti Morton: The First Female Diplomatic Security Special Agent
The first female Diplomatic Security agent, Patti Morton was very aware of the legacy she would leave for women.
