ABSTRACT
Born: August 7, 1904; Detroit, Michigan Died: December 9, 1971; New York, New York Area of Achievement: Education and diplomacy Contribution: Bunche played a major role in mak-
ing Americans conscious of the contradictions between their racial policies and their democratic aspirations. He helped bring better understanding between nations, participating in the drafting of the United Nations Charter, and through diplomatic negotiations helped to maintain peace in the Middle East and Africa, winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts.
