George Howard Williams, (February 12, 1918 – May 18, 2003), was a president of American University (1968–1976).
Williams received a BA from Hofstra University (formerly Hofstra College) and a law degree from New York University, where he became an instructor of law in 1948 and eventually executive vice president.
He was a lieutenant colonel in World War II in North Africa and Europe.
He won a Silver Star for bravery and other decorations and was held prisoner by the Germans for eight months before escaping.
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