William R. Norwood
High Commissioner of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands
About William R. Norwood
Lived 1909 – 1981 (aged 72). William R. Norwood was a businessperson.
William R. Norwood (May 29, 1909 – September 22, 1981) was an American government official who served as High Commissioner of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands from May 27, 1966, to May 1, 1969. Among his responsibilities were overseeing use of Bikini Atoll following nuclear testing on the island.
Norwood also served in various positions engaged in the economic development of Hawaii. Norwood died in Waialua, Hawaii.
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Who was William R. Norwood?
High Commissioner of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands
When was William R. Norwood born?
William R. Norwood was born on 29 May 1909.
When did William R. Norwood die?
William R. Norwood died on 22 September 1981.
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William R. Norwood was a businessperson.
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