Ralph Bunche was an American political scientist, academic, and diplomat who was born on August 7, 1904 in Detroit, MI. He is best known for becoming the first African American to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 1950 for his mediation in Palestine. He was also an active participant in the formation of the United Nations.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $6 Million (2024)
About
American political scientist, academic, and diplomat who, in 1950, became the first African American to win the Nobel Peace Prize for his mediation in Palestine. He also participated and played an active role in the formation of the United Nations.
Before Fame
He was the valedictorian of his class at Jefferson High School before attending UCLA.
Trivia
He participated in the 1963 March on Washington, where Martin Luther King gave his 'I Have a Dream' speech.
Family Life
His parents were Fred and Olivia Agnes Bunche, a barber and amateur musician.
Associated With
He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from John F. Kennedy in 1963.