About Richard Cottam
Lived 1925 – 1997 (aged 71–72). Richard Cottam was an American military personnel, political scientist and spy.
Richard W. Cottam (1924–1997) was an American political scientist, Iranist and a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) operative in Iran.
Cottam was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a mission for the Church. He was in the United States Navy during World War II.
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Who was Richard Cottam?
American spy (1924–1997)
When was Richard Cottam born?
Richard Cottam was born in 1925.
When did Richard Cottam die?
Richard Cottam died on 29 August 1997.
What was Richard Cottam's occupation?
Richard Cottam was a military personnel, political scientist and spy.
What nationality was Richard Cottam?
Richard Cottam was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Cottam. https://biography.guide/richard-cottam/
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