Oliver S. Crosby
United States ambassador to Guinea
About Oliver S. Crosby
Lived 1920 – 2014 (aged 94). Oliver S. Crosby was an American.
Oliver Sexsmith "Mike" Crosby (April 27, 1920 to October 25, 2014) was an American diplomat who served as United States Ambassador to Guinea. He was the son of the classicist Henry Lamar Crosby.
Early life and education The son of Henry Lamar Crosby, Oliver S. Crosby was born April 27, 1920, in Philadelphia. He received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1946, where he was the last member of the Zelosophic Society, and an M.A. from Johns Hopkins University 1947. From 1942 to 1946 he served in the United States Navy. His tenure as ambassador to Guinea lasted from 1977 to 1980.
Personal life In 1980, Crosby retired to Maine. He was twice married and had three children.
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Who was Oliver S. Crosby?
United States ambassador to Guinea
When was Oliver S. Crosby born?
Oliver S. Crosby was born on 27 April 1920 in Philadelphia.
When did Oliver S. Crosby die?
Oliver S. Crosby died on 25 October 2014.
What nationality was Oliver S. Crosby?
Oliver S. Crosby was American.
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