William Graham

William Graham was an American diplomat and legal scholar who served as the U.S. Secretary of State from 1889 to 1891 under President Benjamin Harrison. He was known for advancing foreign policy, including efforts to expand American influence in the Pacific and Latin America. Before his tenure as Secretary of State, Graham held various diplomatic positions and contributed to international law and trade policies. His work helped shape U.S. diplomatic practices during a period of growing economic and geopolitical influence.