Adolph W. Schmidt
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Adolph William Schmidt (September 13, 1904 – December 17, 2000) was a prominent Pittsburgh philanthropist who served as United States Ambassador to Canada from 1969 to 1974.
Quick Facts 17th United States Ambassador to Canada, President ...
Adolph W. Schmidt | |
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17th United States Ambassador to Canada | |
In office September 11, 1969 – January 29, 1974 | |
President | Richard Nixon |
Preceded by | Harold F. Linder |
Succeeded by | William J. Porter |
Personal details | |
Born | (1904-09-13)September 13, 1904 McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
Died | December 17, 2000(2000-12-17) (aged 96) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
Spouse |
Helen Mellon (m. 1936) |
Relations | Mellon family |
Children | Thomas Schmidt Helen Schmidt |
Alma mater | |
Profession | Diplomat, Philanthropist |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | Office of Strategic Services |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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