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William P. Wood
American military member (1820–1903) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William P. Wood (March 11, 1820 – March 20, 1903) was a soldier in the United States Army during the Mexican–American War. He was the first Director of the United States Secret Service.
Quick Facts 1st Chief of the U.S. Secret Service, President ...
William P. Wood | |
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![]() Sketch of Wood in 1911 publication | |
1st Chief of the U.S. Secret Service | |
In office July 5, 1865 (July 5, 1865) – 1869 (1869) | |
President | Andrew Johnson |
Preceded by | office established |
Succeeded by | Hiram C. Whitley |
Personal details | |
Born | (1820-03-11)March 11, 1820 Alexandria, Virginia, U.S. |
Died | March 20, 1903(1903-03-20) (aged 83) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Resting place | Congressional Cemetery Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Political party | Whig Know-Nothing Party |
Spouse |
Harriet Elizabeth Smith
(m. 1849; died 1899) |
Children | 6 |
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Military career | |
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Years of service | 1847–1848 |
Unit | 3rd Regular Cavalry (1847–1848) |
Battles/wars | Mexican–American War American Civil War |
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