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11/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/19/2024 11:50

In Memoriam: Richard V. Allen

In Memoriam: Richard V. Allen

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Commentary - November 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, November 19, 2024: CSIS CEO John J. Hamre today released the following statement on the passing of Richard V. Allen:

"CSIS mourns the passing of its first professional staff member, Richard Allen. Dick was hired by founder David Abshire in 1962. He served as National Security Advisor to President Ronald Reagan. Dick remained a friend to CSIS throughout his long life. We mourn his passing and extend our sincere sympathies to his family."