William A. Wilson (diplomat)
William A. Wilson | |
|---|---|
Wilson in 1982 | |
| 1st United States Ambassador to the Holy See | |
| In office April 9, 1984 – July 18, 1986 | |
| President | Ronald Reagan |
| Preceded by | Diplomatic relations established |
| Succeeded by | Frank J. Shakespeare |
| Personal Representative of the President to the Holy See | |
| In office February 11, 1981 – April 9, 1984 | |
| President | Ronald Reagan |
| Preceded by | Robert F. Wagner Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Office abolished |
| Personal details | |
| Born | William Albert Wilson November 3, 1914 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | December 5, 2009 (aged 95) Carmel, California, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Johnson |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | Stanford University (BS, MS) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | Ordnance Corps |
| Rank | Captain |
William Albert Wilson (November 3, 1914 – December 5, 2009) was an American diplomat and businessman from Los Angeles. From 1984 to 1986, he served as the first U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See.