Harrison Freeman Matthews was an American career diplomat who served as Ambassador to three European countries. He was born on May 26, 1899, and served in the United States Navy during World War I, and became a career employee of the United States Department of State in 1924. He died on October 19, 1986, at 87 years old. Born: May 26, 1899 Died: October 19, 1986 In office: January 20, 1953 – January 21, 1953 Wiki link