individuals might conceivably have been on Rongelap in 1954.
It seems
very doubtful though that 40 individuals out of the remaining 65
Rongelapese could have been living on Bikini Island in 1977-1978.
I believe we should clear up this matter since it could lead to
misunderstanding in the future.
Sincerely yours,
RUTH G. VAN CLEVE
Mrs. Ruth G. Van Cleve
Director
Office of Territorial Affairs