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Which Ambassador Foresaw the Failure of Bird, Savage & Bird?
💡 The Answer
- Rufus King was the U.S. ambassador to Britain in 1802.
- He instructed Bird, Savage & Bird to make a routine payment.
- They were reluctant, leading King to express concern about their affairs.
- King's fears were realized when the firm failed in early 1803.
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