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Allen Dulles

Photograph of Allen Dulles Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Allen
Surname
Dulles
Occupation
Chief of the Near Eastern Division of the State Department

The Name Allen

Origin
Celtic, Gaelic
Meaning
Fair or handsome.
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