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George Frost Kennan

Born
February 16, 1904, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Died
March 17, 2005, Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Nationality
American
Profession(s)
Diplomat, Historian, Political Scientist

Early Life and Education

Career and Major Achievements

George Kennan's Long Telegram Cold War

George Kennan, while serving as Deputy Chief of Mission in Moscow, authored the "Long Telegram" in 1946. This influential cable articulated a comprehensive analysis of Soviet foreign policy and advocated for a strategy of containment, shaping US policy towards the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

Notable Works

Legacy and Impact

Kennan's analysis of Soviet behavior and his advocacy for containment had a profound and lasting impact on US foreign policy throughout the Cold War. His writings and lectures continue to be studied and debated by scholars and policymakers.