Kurt Waldheim

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Kurt Waldheim born?December 21, 1918
2. Where was Kurt Waldheim born?Austria
3. What is the career?Austrian diplomat and politician
4. What was Kurt Waldheim's role at the United Nations?He was the Secretary‑General of the UN from 1972 to 1981, leading the organization and helping countries talk through problems.
5. Did Kurt Waldheim ever become a country's president?Yes, he was elected President of Austria and served from 1986 to 1992.

United Nations: An intergovernmental organization aiming to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, and achieve international cooperation.
Secretary-General: The chief administrative officer of the United Nations, appointed by the General Assembly upon recommendation of the Security Council.
Diplomat: An official representing a state in its dealings with other states; a person skilled in international relations.
Wehrmacht: The unified armed forces of Nazi Germany from 1935 to 1945.