J. William Fulbright was an American politician and academic known for his long tenure as a U.S. Senator from Arkansas from 1943 to 1974. He played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy and was a strong advocate for international education and cultural exchange. His most notable achievement is the establishment of the Fulbright Program, which provides scholarships for international educational exchange. Fulbright was born on April 9, 1905, and served as the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. He was a vocal critic of the Vietnam War and promoted the idea that understanding and cooperation among nations could lead to peace. He passed away on February 9, 1995.