Alexander Haig

Alexander Haig was a highly decorated military leader and influential political figure who served as Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan and Chief of Staff under Presidents Nixon and Ford.

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Birth Name :

Alexander Meigs Haig, Jr.

Profession :

War Figure

Birthday :

December 2, 1924

Star Sign :

Sagittarius

Death Date:

February 20, 2010

Age :

85

Birthplace :

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Alexander Haig was a four-star general and statesman who held various prominent positions, including serving as the U.S. Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan and White House Chief of Staff for Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. He played a crucial role in managing the attempted assassination of President Reagan in March 1981, famously declaring, “I’m in charge here.” Haig’s distinguished career also included serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean and Vietnam Wars and working as NATO Supreme Allied Commander.

A lesser-known fact about Haig is that he was a passionate aviator with a private pilot’s license. He often flew his own plane to speaking engagements, landing at small airports near his destinations. As Secretary of State, he frequently used a U.S. Air Force plane for official travel instead of the standard aircraft designated for the Secretary of State.

Haig passed away on February 20, 2010, at the age of 85, and was remembered for his significant contributions to U.S. foreign policy and national security.