John M. Thomas

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John Morgan Thomas (Oct 12, 1926 - Feb 4, 2012) was United States Assistant Secretary of State for Administration from November 23, 1973 to June 28, 1979.

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Preceded by
Joseph F. Donelan, Jr.
Assistant Secretary of State for Administration
November 23, 1973 June 28, 1979
Succeeded by
Thomas M. Tracy