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Francis Keppel

(1916–1990) Politician

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Francis Keppel was a politician, best known for Built in Jerusalem's Wall.

Quick Facts About Francis Keppel

Born
April 16, 1916
Died
February 19, 1990
Profession
Politician
Notable works
Built in Jerusalem's Wall

About Francis Keppel

Francis Keppel was an American educator. As U.S. Commissioner of Education (1962–1965) he was instrumental in developing the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and in overseeing enforcement of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the schools. In 1966, he became head of the General Learning Corporation. Keppel later served on the New York City Board of Higher Education (1967–1971) and on Harvard's Board of Overseers (1967–1973). In 1974 he became founding chairman of the Lincoln Center Institute and director of the education policy program at the Aspen Institute.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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