*Administration of Barack H. Obama, 2010 *

**Statement on the Death of Alexander M. Haig, Jr. **

*February 20, 2010 *

Today we mourn the loss of Alexander Haig, a great American who served our country with distinction. General Haig exemplified our finest warrior-diplomat tradition of those who dedicate their lives to public service. He enjoyed a remarkable and decorated career, rising to become a four-star general and serving as Supreme Allied Commander of Europe before also serving as Secretary of State. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

*Categories: *Statements by the President : Deaths :: Haig, Alexander M., Jr*.*

*Names:* Haig, Alexander M., Jr*.*

*Subjects:* Deaths : Haig, Alexander M., Jr.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201000112.