Henry Kissinger
Awards & Honours
5
Awards Won
5
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
3
Records
Henry Kissinger's achievements in international relations are unparalleled in modern history. He was the only person to serve as both National Security Advisor and Secretary of State simultaneously, a testament to his unique influence. His receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1973 remains one of the most significant diplomatic accolades of the 20th century, even amidst controversy. He was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States, and received over 40 honorary doctorates from prestigious institutions globally. His induction into the National Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Foreign Policy Association Hall of Fame further cements his status as a towering figure in political history.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Awarded by President Gerald Ford for contributions to national security.
Legion of Honour
France's highest order of merit for military and civil accomplishments.
Order of the Aztec Eagle
Mexico's highest honor for foreigners for outstanding services.
Honorary Doctorate
Doctor of Civil Law awarded for contributions to international relations.
Hall of Fame Induction
Inducted for lifetime achievement in foreign policy.
Rankings & Lists
Most Influential Diplomats of the 20th Century
Greatest American Thinkers
Top Political Figures
Magazine Covers
TIME
1973-12-31
Man of the Year: The Diplomat
Newsweek
1974-02-11
The Shuttle Diplomat
The New Yorker
1975-06-09
Realpolitik in Practice
Records & Feats
First Person to Hold Dual Cabinet Posts
First individual to serve simultaneously as National Security Advisor and Secretary of State.
Youngest Secretary of State at the Time
Appointed Secretary of State at age 50, setting a record for the position.
Longest Serving National Security Advisor
Served nearly six years in the role, longer than any predecessor.