Richard B. Russell Jr.

Richard B. Russell Jr. was a prominent American politician from Georgia who served as a U.S. Senator from 1933 to 1971. Known for his influence on national defense and education, he championed military expansion and improved public schooling. A Southern Democrat, he initially supported segregation but later advocated for gradual civil rights advancements. Russell played a key role in shaping U.S. policy during the Cold War era, and the Russell Senate Building in Washington, D.C., is named in his honor. His long tenure and leadership made him a significant figure in mid-20th-century American politics.