Herman W. Nickel
Herman W. Nickel (born October 23, 1928) was United States Ambassador to South Africa during the Reagan administration.[1] He was born in Berlin, Germany. Abitur, Arndt-Gymnasium Dahlem (Berlin, West); A.B., Union College, Schenectady, NY, 1951; Married to Phyllis Fritchey, (died in 2003), daughter of Clayton Fritchey. One son, Clayton A. Nickel, LLB, Syracuse University College of Law.[2]
Herman W. Nickel | |
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 1985, on left | |
| United States Ambassador to South Africa | |
| In office April 20, 1982 – October 4, 1986 | |
| President | Ronald Reagan |
| Preceded by | William B. Edmondson |
| Succeeded by | Edward J. Perkins |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 23, 1928 Berlin, Weimar Republic |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Alma mater | Union College Syracuse University College of Law |
Career
President Reagan announced his intention to nominate Nickel for the post on 24 February 1982.[2] Nickel presented his credentials on April 20,[3] succeeding the incumbent, William B. Edmondson, and preceding Edward Perkins in 1986.[1]
Nickel was a correspondent for Time, Inc. in the Republic of South Africa, Tokyo, London, and Bonn prior to his appointment.[2]
References
- "South Africa". US Department of State. Retrieved 31 January 2010.
- "Nomination of Herman W. Nickel To Be United States Ambassador to South Africa". American Presidency Project. University of Santa Barbara. Retrieved 31 January 2010.
- "Herman W. Nickel (1928-)". US Department of State Office of the Historian. Retrieved 31 January 2010.
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| Preceded by William B. Edmondson |
United States Ambassador to South Africa 1982-1986 |
Succeeded by Edward J. Perkins |