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Henry Kissinger Turns 100 With His Magnificent Brain as Sharp and Wise as Ever

In which our man in the Lords has the ‘inexpressible pleasure’ of wishing the ex-sergeant more good health, success, and happiness on his centenary.

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Secretary Kissinger, left, and President Nixon at the Oval office on October 16, 1973. AP, file
CONRAD BLACK
CONRAD BLACK

One hundred years ago tomorrow, May 27, Heinz Alfred Kissinger was born at Furth, Germany. This past week he made headlines throughout the world with his reflections on the shifting geopolitical realities of Central Europe.

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CONRAD BLACK
CONRAD BLACK

Lord Black, Baron Black of Crossharbour, was Chairman of Hollinger International Inc. and a founding director of the New York Sun.

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