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George Atcheson Jr.

1896 – 1947

United States diplomat, political advisor to the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers

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About George Atcheson Jr.

Lived 1896 – 1947 (aged 50). George Atcheson Jr. was an American diplomat and reporter.

George C. Atcheson Jr. (1896 – 17 August 1947) was a United States diplomat, China Hand, chargé d'affaires in China, and advisor for Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers. During World War II, he tried to mediate in the conflicts between Kuomintang and Chinese Communist Party for US government but failed.

Atcheson, while serving as General Douglas MacArthur's political adviser and allied council chairman, died after the military flight he was on crashed en route to Washington, DC. He was heading there to discuss plans for a Japanese peace treaty.

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1896, Denver
Birth century
19th century
Died
17 August 1947, Pacific Ocean
Occupation
Diplomat, reporter
Nationality
United States
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Employers
United States Department of State, Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers, Allied Council for Japan
Also known as
George Atcheson, Jr.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Atcheson Jr.?

United States diplomat, political advisor to the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers (1896-1947)

When was George Atcheson Jr. born?

George Atcheson Jr. was born on 20 October 1896 in Denver.

When did George Atcheson Jr. die?

George Atcheson Jr. died on 17 August 1947 in Pacific Ocean.

What was George Atcheson Jr.'s occupation?

George Atcheson Jr. was a diplomat and reporter.

What nationality was George Atcheson Jr.?

George Atcheson Jr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Atcheson Jr.

· Wikidata: Q11271491

· DBpedia: George Atcheson Jr.

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