The world is full of unsung heroes whose impacts reach far beyond their recognition. One of those notable heroes was Harold Saunders, an American diplomat devoted to establishing peace in unsettled parts of the globe. From the Middle East to southern Africa, the nations of the former Soviet Union, Saunders carefully negotiated through numerous conflicts. His career was studded with high-stakes meetings, intensive analysis, and relentless determination to build a better world.
Visit of Iranian Shah photograph
Harold Saunders speaks with President Richard Nixon and the Shah of Iran at the Iranian Embassy.
Saunders, Johnson, Desai photograph
A group of high-level government officials--including Harold Saunders--meets with President Lyndon Johnson and Indian Deputy Prime Minister Morarji Desai.
Lyndon B. Johnson autographed photograph
An autographed picture of Harold Saunders speaking with President Lyndon Johnson.
This site highlights the trajectory and notable moments from Saunders career. The material is pulled from the Harold Saunders collection, housed at George Mason University's Special Collections Research Center. For more information, visit the SCRC website and check out the collection finding aid.