Which Secretary-General, known for his 'quiet diplomacy,' died in a plane crash in 1961 while on a peace mission in the Congo?
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Correct answer: Dag Hammarskjöld
Dag Hammarskjöld is often regarded as one of the most effective Secretaries-General. He is the only person to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize posthumously for his efforts in international mediation.
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