Albert Einstein with George Marshall and Mrs. Schiff.

Digital ImageDigital ImageGeorge Catlett Marshall, 1880—1959. American army officer and statesman, born Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Commissioned in the Army (1902); served in World War I (1917—19); Aide-de-Camp to General Pershing (1919—24); served in China (1924—27). Chief of staff, United States Army (1939—45; retired); General of the Army (1944). Sent by President Truman to attempt to mediate in civil war in China (1945—47). United States Secretary of State (1947—49); originated (1947) European Recovery Program (Marshall Plan); U.S. Secretary of Defense (1950—51). Awarded Nobel peace prize (1953).Record added to DigiTool. Aleph record suppressed. J. Palmisano 09/15/2010