William D. Pawley
American businessman and ambassador / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Douglas Pawley (September 7, 1896 — January 7, 1977) was a U.S. ambassador and noted businessman who was associated with the Flying Tigers American Volunteer Group (AVG) during World War II.
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William D. Pawley | |
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United States Ambassador to Peru | |
In office July 20, 1945 – April 27, 1946 | |
President | Harry S. Truman |
Preceded by | John Campbell White |
Succeeded by | Prentice Cooper |
United States Ambassador to Brazil | |
In office June 13, 1946 – March 28, 1948 | |
President | Harry S. Truman |
Preceded by | Adolf A. Berle, Jr. |
Succeeded by | Herschel V. Johnson |
Personal details | |
Born | William Douglas Pawley September 7, 1896 (1896-09-07) Florence, South Carolina |
Died | January 7, 1977(1977-01-07) (aged 80) Miami Beach, Florida |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) |
Annie Hahr Dobbs
(m. 1919; div. 1941)Edna Pawley |
Education | Gordon Military Academy |
Profession | Entrepreneur |
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