Charles Edward Rhetts
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Charles Edward Rhetts | |
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| United States Ambassador to Liberia | |
| In office July 5, 1962 – September 30, 1964 | |
| President | John F. Kennedy |
| Preceded by | Elbert G. Mathews |
| Succeeded by | Ben H. Brown Jr. |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 21, 1910 |
| Died | November 14, 1971 (aged 61) |
| Spouse | Ruth Fisher |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Dartmouth College Harvard Law School |
Charles Edward Rhetts (May 21, 1910 – November 14, 1971) was an American diplomat.
Rhetts was born in Columbus, Indiana on May 21, 1910.[1]
Education
Rhetts graduated from Dartmouth College and Harvard Law School.[2]
Career
In 1934, after graduating, he worked in Washington D.C., with New Deal agencies. In 1945, Rhetts served as acting assistant Attorney General. Rhetts also practiced private law in Washington D.C., where he represented John S. Service.[2]
Diplomatic career
Rhetts was appointed by President John F. Kennedy to the position of United States Ambassador to Liberia on July 5, 1962. The presentation of his credentials occurred on August 7, 1962. He remained in this position until September 30, 1964.[3]
