Asked by Natalie DeLonge on Jul 06, 2024
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What was Henry Kissinger's official position during his first communication with North Vietnam on behalf of the Johnson administration?
A) He was Secretary of State.
B) He was a General with the United States Army.
C) He was a private citizen and Harvard professor.
D) He was the minority leader of House Republicans.
Henry Kissinger
A German-born American diplomat and political scientist who served as Secretary of State and National Security Advisor under the presidential administrations of Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford.
Private Citizen
An individual who does not hold any official or public position and is not involved in the affairs of government.
Harvard Professor
A faculty member at Harvard University, typically involved in teaching and research activities.
- Explore the international relations and foreign policy strategies of the Nixon administration.
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KC
Kristel CoakleyJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Kissinger was a private citizen and a professor at Harvard University during his initial communications with North Vietnam on behalf of the Johnson administration. This role allowed him to act as an unofficial channel of communication.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the international relations and foreign policy strategies of the Nixon administration.