William D. McCoy (November 17, 1853 – May 14, 1893) was the United States Ambassador to Liberia from 1892 to 1893.

Early life

McCoy was born on November 17, 1853. McCoy was of African ancestry.[1]

Career

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]

Personal life

McCoy resided in Indiana.[2]

Death

McCoy died on May 14, 1893, at post.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Mccornack to Mccullis". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
  2. ^ a b "Department History - William D. McCoy (1853–1893)". Office of the Historian. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
  3. ^ "Minister M'Coy Dead". Biddeford-Saco Journal. June 23, 1893. p. 4. Retrieved May 20, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.


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