Bill Forsyth (diplomat)

William Douglass Forsyth OBE (1909 – 3 March 1993) was an Australian public servant and diplomat.[1][2] Over the course of his tenure, he was noted for his work both within the United Nations, and in promoting Southern Pacific countries internationally.In 1959, Forsyth was appointed Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, a role which he served in until 1961.[5] Forsyth was born in Casterton, Victoria where he spent his childhood.He attended Ballarat High School, and after graduation obtained his degree in political science and history.
Casterton, VictoriaUniversity of MelbournediplomatUnited NationsCanberraCastertonVictoriaMick ShannPermanent Representative of Australia to the United NationsEdward Ronald WalkerFrederick BlakeneyAustralian Ambassador to VietnamBrian HillAustralian Minister to LaosAustralian Ambassador to LebanonNeil Truscott