William D. Byron
American politician and lieutenant
Born
May 15th, 1895
130 years ago
Died
1941
84 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and later entered politics. Elected as a U.S. Representative from Maryland, serving from 1935 until his death in 1941. Known for contributions to various legislative efforts during the New Deal era, addressing economic challenges and social issues.
Elected as U.S. Representative for Maryland
Served in the U.S. Navy as a lieutenant
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