Allen, George V. (George Venable), 1903-1970

George V. Allen (center) today took the oath of office as Assistant Secretary of State. The oath was administered by Marvin Will, Chief of the Foreign Service Personnel, while acting Secretary of State Robert Lovett (at left) looks on. From: Beth Gore.

George V. Allen today took the oath as United States Ambassador to Iran in ceremonies at the State Department. Left to right, Marvin Will of the Foreign Service Department of State, Mrs. Katharine Allen, Ambassador Allen and Acting Secretary of State Dean Acheson. From: Beth Gore