George C. Marshall

George C. Marshall

American soldier and statesman, Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

πŸ—“οΈDecember 31, 1880 - October 16, 1959
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πŸ“–Biography

George Catlett Marshall Jr. was an American soldier and statesman. He rose through the United States Army to become Chief of Staff under presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman, then served as Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense.

πŸ†Major Works & Achievements

  • ✦Nobel Peace Prize
  • ✦Architect of the Marshall Plan
  • ✦General of the Army

πŸ’¬Famous Quotes

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The only way to win a war is to prevent it.

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Don't fight the problem, decide it.

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