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William D. Byron

American politician (1895–1941)

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William Devereux Byron II, a Democrat, was a U.S. congressman who represented the 6th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1939, to February 27, 1941. After his death in an airplane crash in Georgia on February 27, 1941, his widow, Katharine Byron, a granddaughter of U.S. Senator Louis E. McComas, was elected in a special election to complete his term of office.

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Born
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Place of birth
Danville wd
Died
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Place of death
Jonesboro wd
Citizenship
United States wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
Democratic Party wd
Education
Pratt Institute, Phillips Exeter Academy wd
Spouse
Katharine Byron wd

Positions held wd

  • United States representative (1938–1941)
  • member of the State Senate of Maryland (1930–1934)
  • mayor (1926–1930)

Questions

When was William D. Byron born?
William D. Byron was born on 15 May 1895 in Danville.
What positions has William D. Byron held?
Positions held by William D. Byron include: United States representative (1938–1941); member of the State Senate of Maryland (1930–1934); mayor (1926–1930).
Where did William D. Byron study?
William D. Byron was educated at Pratt Institute, Phillips Exeter Academy.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): William D. Byron · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2598106 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: William D. Byron (Maryland Congressman).jpg by US Government Printing Office (Washington, DC), publisher. (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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