William Christian Bullitt, Jr. (January 25, 1891 – February 15, 1967) was an American diplomat, journalist, and novelist. Although in his youth he was considered something of a radical, he later became an outspoken anticommunist.
Bullitt was born to a well-to-do old Philadelphia family. His father was William Christian Bullitt, Sr., and his grandfather was John Christian Bullitt

John Christian Bullitt

John Christian Bullitt was a prominent lawyer and civic figure in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He founded the law firm known today as Drinker Biddle & Reath.-Early life:...

, founder of the law firm today known as Drinker Biddle & Reath

Drinker Biddle & Reath

Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is a national law firm founded in Philadelphia in 1849 by John Christian Bullitt. The firm has 650 lawyers located in 11 offices in the United States: Philadelphia; Chicago; Washington, D.C.; Florham Park; Princeton; New York City; Albany; Los Angeles; San Francisco;...

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