Madeleine Albright - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 15, 1937 |
|---|---|
| Age | 88 |
| Birthplace | Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic) |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Madeleine Albright's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | First female United States Secretary of State; prominent influence on U.S. foreign policy during the Clinton administration. |
Intro
Madeleine Albright was an American diplomat and political scientist who served as the first female United States Secretary of State from 1997 to 2001, under President Bill Clinton. She was known for her strong advocacy of democracy and human rights and played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy in the late 20th century.
Early Life & Background
Born Marie Jana Korbelová in Prague, Czechoslovakia, Madeleine Albright and her family fled the country twice, first due to the Nazi occupation in 1939 and later due to the Communist takeover in 1948. The family immigrated to the United States in 1948, where Albright became a naturalized American citizen in 1957.
Career Highlights
- First woman to serve as United States Secretary of State (1997–2001)
- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (1993–1997)
- Key figure in NATO's intervention in the Balkans
- Professor of International Relations at Georgetown University
- Author of several books on diplomacy and foreign affairs
Trivia
- Madeleine Albright became a U.S. citizen in 1957.
- She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2012.
FAQs
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Madeleine Albright is 88 years old.
Madeleine Albright was born the 15 May 1937.
Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic).
On Her Birth-Day
About May 15th, 1937, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 15, 1937, War Admiral won the 63rd Preakness Stakes, one of the premier horse racing events in the United States. This victory contributed to War Admiral's reputation as one of the great racehorses of his time, following his win at the Kentucky Derby.
- Day of the week: May 15th, 1937 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Lost Horizon directed by Frank Capra
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