What is Patricia Roberts Harris's middle name?
Roberts
Patricia Roberts Harris date of birth:
May 31, 1924
How old was Patricia Roberts Harris when died?
60
Where was Patricia Roberts Harris born?
Mattoon, Illinois, USA
When did Patricia Roberts Harris die?
March 23, 1985
What is Patricia Roberts Harris nationality?
American
Short Biography
Patricia Roberts Harris (May 31, 1924 – March 23, 1985) served in the American administration of President Jimmy Carter as United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and United States Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare (which was renamed the Secretary of Health and Human Services during her tenure). She was the first African American woman to serve in the United States Cabinet, and the first to enter the line of succession to the Presidency. She previously served as United States Ambassador to Luxembourg under President Lyndon B. Johnson, and was the first African-American woman to represent the United States as an ambassador.