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Alexander Haig was a United States Army general and diplomat who served as White House chief of staff under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford, Supreme Allied Commander Europe from 1974 to 1979, and Secretary of State under Ronald Reagan from January 1981 to July 1982. As secretary, he dealt with the Soviet Union, the Falklands War, the Middle East, and the aftermath of Reagan's attempted assassination. His career is relevant to military, diplomatic, and Cold War history. [Office of the Historian biography](https://history.state.gov/departmenthistory/people/haig-alexander-meigs)
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Who was Alexander Haig?
Alexander Haig was a United States Army general and diplomat. He served as White House chief of staff, Supreme Allied Commander Europe, and Secretary of State.
When was Alexander Haig Secretary of State?
He served as Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan from January 1981 to July 1982. His tenure lasted roughly a year and a half.
What was Alexander Haig's NATO role?
He served as Supreme Allied Commander Europe from 1974 to 1979. That position made him the senior commander responsible for NATO military forces in Europe.
Which presidents did Alexander Haig serve as White House chief of staff for?
Haig served as White House chief of staff under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. He held that role before becoming Supreme Allied Commander Europe and later Secretary of State.
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