Historian Ralph Nurnberger returns to The Fells for a captivating presentation on the Open Door Policy with China which was a diplomatic initiative first proposed by the United States in 1899 and 1900. It aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations with China and to maintain China's territorial and administrative integrity. The policy was articulated through two circular notes by U.S. Secretary of State John M. Hay, which were sent to major European powers and Japan. Mr. Nurnberger will weave the story together and transport the audience back in time.

Ralph is an acclaimed speaker who brings humor, historical background, and current political insights to his presentations. He has appeared on radio and television programs as an analyst on political and international issues. Ralph earned his PhD in History from Georgetown University and subsequently taught as an adjunct at Georgetown for 38 years. He was named Professor of the Year by the Graduate School of Liberal Studies in 2003. Ralph has spoken at several universities and other venues throughout Europe. In addition to his public speaking and academic careers, Ralph has had positions in and related to the U.S. government (staff on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee; US Department of Commerce; Director of “Builders for Peace”, which 6 was established to assist the Arab-Israeli peace process); as a fellow at a prominent “think tank” (Center for Strategic and International Studies – CSIS); and as senior partner in a government relations firm for over 25 years.

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