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Norwood Sothoron was born on 9 September, 1911 in Charlotte Hall, Maryland, is an American soldier and athlete (1911–2005). Discover Norwood Sothoron's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 93 years old?

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Age 93 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 9 September 1911
Birthday 9 September
Birthplace Charlotte Hall, Maryland
Date of death 4 February, 2005
Died Place February 4, 2005
Nationality United States

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Norwood Sothoron Height, Weight & Measurements

At 93 years old, Norwood Sothoron height is 5 ft 10.5 in (179 cm) and Weight 158 lb (72 kg).

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Height 5 ft 10.5 in (179 cm)
Weight 158 lb (72 kg)
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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Norwood Sothoron Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Norwood Sothoron worth at the age of 93 years old? Norwood Sothoron’s income source is mostly from being a successful athlete. He is from United States. We have estimated Norwood Sothoron's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1911

Norwood Spencer Sothoron (September 9, 1911 – February 4, 2005) was an American soldier and athlete.

He attended the University of Maryland, where he earned All-American honors twice in lacrosse and an honorable mention in football.

He was born on September 9, 1911, in Charlotte Hall, Maryland, to parents Richard Horatio and Lillian Harrison Sothoron.

Norwood Sothoron attended the Charlotte Hall Military Academy.

1931

In 1931, he enrolled at the University of Maryland.

While there, he earned varsity letters as a member of the baseball, basketball, football, and lacrosse teams.

1934

His senior year in 1934, he received the Senior Award as the most outstanding athlete in the class.

As a football player, in 1934, Sothoron was also named an honorable mention All-American and All-Southern Conference back.

He also was named to every All-State and All-District of Columbia team published.

In lacrosse, he was named a first-team All-American defenseman in both 1934 and 1935.

He was elected the senior class president, junior class vice president, and president of Kappa Alpha.

Sothoron was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and the Scabbard and Blade.

1935

Upon graduation in 1935, he received a commission as an officer in the United States Army through the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC).

1941

Sothoron spent five years on active duty, from 1941 to 1946.

1947

During that time, from 1947 to 1969, he also held the civilian position as the commandant of the Charlotte Hall Military Academy.

1964

In 1964, he retired from the Army Reserve having attained the rank of colonel.

1970

In the early 1970s, he worked as a manager for Franklin Wholesale, Inc. in Waldorf, Maryland.

1972

Sothoron was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 1972.

In 1972, Sothoron was elected to the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame.

1974

From 1974 to 1993, he served on the board of directors of the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO).

He married Jane Spaulding Bennett Sothoron, with whom he had four children.

Their eldest son, Norwood, Jr., likewise became an Army officer and was awarded the Silver Star in Viet Nam.

Their second son, John, also played lacrosse at Towson University.

Norwood and Jane Sothoron eventually retired to Lexington Park, Maryland.

He was a member of the Lions Club for over 40 years and served as president and deputy district governor.

1983

In 1983, he was inducted into the University of Maryland Athletic Hall of Fame.

2005

Sothoron died in 2005 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.

2011

During the Second World War, he served in the 110th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Group in the South Pacific Theater.

After the war, he was assigned to a reserve officers school at Fort Myer, Virginia.

His positions there included plans and training officer (S3), assistant commandant, and commandant.