Wellington Koo
1888–1985 (age 97)
diplomat, statesman
Biography
Wellington Koo was a prominent Chinese diplomat and statesman who represented the Republic of China on the world stage during a transformative period in Chinese history. Born in 1888, he served as Ambassador and held various high-ranking diplomatic positions, advocating for Chinese interests at international conferences and negotiations.
Koo's career spanned decades of significant political change, and he was instrumental in representing China's voice in global affairs during the early and mid-twentieth century. His diplomatic acumen and dedication to his nation's interests earned him recognition as one of China's most respected statesmen.