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.Associated Press (April 23, 1966). Trust Territory Chief Named. New York Times Among his responsibilities were overseeing use of Bikini Atoll following nuclear testing on the island.Associated Press (September 3, 1969). 9 Return to Bikini; Will Tell the Others 'It's Not the Same.' New York TimesWilliams, Hill (December 8, 1968). Return to an H-bombed paradise. Los Angeles Times
Norwood also served in various positions engaged in the economic development of Hawaii.Hawaii Community Development Authority. Resolution Respectively Honoring the Memory of the Late William R. Norwood for His Many Years of Distinguished and Dedicated Service to the People of Hawaii and The Pacific. Norwood died in Waialua, Hawaii.
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