William D. McCoy explained

William D. McCoy
Office:United States Ambassador to Liberia
President:Benjamin Harrison
Term Start:January 11, 1892
Term End:May 14, 1893
Predecessor:Alexander Clark
Successor:William H. Heard
Birth Date:17 November 1853

William D. McCoy (November 17, 1853May 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]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mccornack to Mccullis . . December 11, 2019.
  2. Web site: Department History - William D. McCoy (1853–1893) . . December 11, 2019.
  3. News: Minister M'Coy Dead. Biddeford-Saco Journal. June 23, 1893. 4. . May 20, 2024.