Walter S. Powell
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Who is Walter S. Powell?
Walter S. Powell was president of the United States Figure Skating Association from 1943 to 1946. After his term was complete, Powell remained very active in the international side of the sport, serving as the first chairman of the USFSA's International Committee from 1946 to 1952. He served on the International Skating Union Council from 1947 to 1961, and was the first representative of the United States to hold office in that organization.
Powell was on his way to the 1961 World Figure Skating Championships when he was killed in the crash of Sabena Flight 548.
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