About David P. Rawson
Lived 1941 – 2020 (aged 79). David P. Rawson was an American diplomat, ambassador, university teacher and history teacher.
David Paul Rawson (September 10, 1941 – September 16, 2020) was an American diplomat who served as the United States ambassador to Rwanda and Mali, and as chargé d'affaires in Somalia. His service in Rwanda occurred during the Genocide against the Tutsi in 1994.
Early life and education Rawson was born in Addison, Michigan as the son of missionaries. In 1947 he moved to Burundi with his parents, where his father ran a medical clinic. After completing his Ph.D., he returned to Malone College and taught for six years before joining the United States Department of State.
From 1996 to 1999, Rawson served as U.S. ambassador to Mali.
After 2018, Rawson lived in Oregon and taught at George Fox University.
Personal life Rawson's first wife Viola Mosher died in an automobile accident in 1977.
Rawson was a Christian.
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Who was David P. Rawson?
US diplomat and ambassador (1941–2020)
When was David P. Rawson born?
David P. Rawson was born on 10 September 1941 in Addison.
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David P. Rawson died on 16 September 2020 in Newberg.
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David P. Rawson was a diplomat, ambassador, university teacher and history teacher.
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David P. Rawson was American.
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