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William D. McCoy (November 17, 1853 – May 14, 1893) was the United States Ambassador to Liberia from 1892 to 1893.
William D. McCoy | |
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United States Ambassador to Liberia | |
In office January 11, 1892 – May 14, 1893 | |
President | Benjamin Harrison |
Preceded by | Alexander Clark |
Succeeded by | William H. Heard |
Personal details | |
Born | November 17, 1853 |
Died | May 14, 1893 39) | (aged
McCoy was born on November 17, 1853. McCoy was of African ancestry.[1]
McCoy was appointed by President Benjamin Harrison to the position of United States Ambassador to Liberia on January 11, 1892. The presentation of his credentials occurred on March 28, 1892. He remained in this position until his death.[2]
McCoy died on May 14, 1893, at post.[3]
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