James Cooley (1791–1828) [1] was the first Chargé d'Affaires of the United States in Peru. Cooley was appointed on May 2, 1826 [1] but did not arrive until 1827, after being designated by the Secretary of State Henry Clay. as the first. He was charged with “promoting free trade, implementing a policy of preferential tariffs and broadening bilateral relations.” [2]
Cooley died in Peru on February 24, 1828. [1]
James Cooley (1791–1828) [1] was the first Chargé d'Affaires of the United States in Peru. Cooley was appointed on May 2, 1826 [1] but did not arrive until 1827, after being designated by the Secretary of State Henry Clay. as the first. He was charged with “promoting free trade, implementing a policy of preferential tariffs and broadening bilateral relations.” [2]
Cooley died in Peru on February 24, 1828. [1]