Joseph L. Johnson
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Birth:
14 February 1874
Death:
1945
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The details
Biography
Introduction
Joseph Lowery Johnson (February 14, 1874 – 1945) the United States Ambassador to Liberia from 1918 to 1922.
Early life
Johnson was born on February 14, 1874 in Washington Township, Ohio. Johnson was of African ancestry.
Career
Johnson was appointed by President Woodrow Wilson to the position of United States Ambassador to Liberia on August 27, 1918. The presentation of his credentials occurred on October 8, 1919. He remained in this position until February 13, 1922.
Death
Johnson died in 1945.