William D. McCoy

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

William D. McCoy
United States Ambassador to Liberia
In office
January 11, 1892 – May 14, 1893
PresidentBenjamin Harrison
Preceded byAlexander Clark
Succeeded byWilliam H. Heard
Personal details
Born(1853-11-17)November 17, 1853
DiedMay 14, 1893(1893-05-14) (aged 39)

Early life

McCoy was born on November 17, 1853.[1] McCoy was of African ancestry.[2]

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.[3]

Personal life

McCoy resided in Indiana.[3]

Death

McCoy died on May 14, 1893, at post. He was interred at Crown Hill National Cemetery in Indianapolis, Indiana.[1]

References
  1. "William D. McCoy Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
  2. "Mccornack to Mccullis". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
  3. "Department History - William D. McCoy (1853–1893)". Office of the Historian. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
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