Four more losses to reflect on here in 2026…
These individuals were a woodwind musician and a founding member of Chicago; an American economist who served as the 13th chair of the Federal Reserve; a visual effects artist known for his work in films such as Star Trek, Ghostbusters, Star Wars, etc.; and an actress, television writer, best known for being Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman.
Kissinger’s linguistic abilities, being fluent in German and French, led to his assignment in military intelligence.
Henry Alfred Kissinger was born on May 27, 1923, in Fürth, Bavaria, Germany, to a Jewish family. Fleeing Nazi persecution, the Kissinger family immigrated to the United States in 1938. Henry Kissinger’s early experiences in Germany deeply influenced his worldview and later shaped his approach to diplomacy. Kissinger’s educational journey began at George Washington High School in New York City. He later attended the City College of New York.
