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  1. William Averell Harriman (November 15, 1891 – July 26, 1986), better known as Averell Harriman, was an American Democratic politician, businessman, and diplomat.

  2. W. Averell Harriman (born November 15, 1891, New York City, New York, U.S.—died July 26, 1986, Yorktown Heights) was a statesman who was a leading U.S. diplomat in relations with the Soviet Union during World War II and the subsequent Cold War. He also served as the governor of New York (1954–58).

  3. Learn about the life and career of W. Averell Harriman, a prominent diplomat, politician, and businessman in the 20th century. Read his oral history and interviews with his colleagues and associates on his roles in World War II, the Marshall Plan, Vietnam, and more.

  4. Jul 27, 1986 · W. Averell Harriman, the durable Democrat who was Governor of New York from 1955 to 1959 and served four Presidents in key diplomatic roles, died early yesterday at Birchgrove,...

  5. Learn about the life and achievements of W. Averell Harriman, a wealthy industrialist who served in key political roles during the twentieth century. He advised U.S. presidents on foreign policy, negotiated with Soviet leaders, and helped shape the containment strategy against communism.

  6. W. Averell Harriman (1891-1986), American industrialist and financier, had a distinguished second career as a top-level diplomatic negotiator for five Democratic presidents. He was Governor of New York for one term.

  7. In a deal that was called the biggest in the history of American shipping, Harriman's company took over the prewar trade routes of the Hamburg-American Line, making Averell one of the most powerful figures in American shipping. Averell was also active on Wall Street, where with his brother E. Roland Harriman he formed the investment house of W ...