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Rana Mitter considers the life and legacy of one of the US’ most influential \u2013 and contentious \u2013 diplomats, Henry Kissinger <\/p>

By Matt Elton\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 at 06:03 AM<\/p>

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Henry Kissinger, who died in November 2023 at the age of 100, was one of the most significant, and controversial, figures of the 20th century. Matt Elton spoke to historian Rana Mitter about the American diplomat\u2019s life and legacy.<\/p>\n

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