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William Walker

American filibuster, physician, lawyer, journalist and mercenary (1824-1860)

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William Walker was an American journalist and mercenary. In the era of the expansion of the United States, driven by the doctrine of manifest destiny, Walker organized unauthorized military expeditions into Mexico and Central America with the intention of establishing colonies. Such an enterprise was known at the time as "filibustering".

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Nashville wd
Died
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Place of death
Trujillo wd
Citizenship
United States wd
Occupation
journalist, lawyer, adventurer, filibuster, physician, politician wd
Political party
Democratic Party wd
Education
University of Edinburgh, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, University of Nashville, Heidelberg University wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Nicaragua (12 July 1856 – 1 May 1857)
  • editor-in-chief (until 1849)

Questions

When was William Walker born?
William Walker was born on 8 May 1824 in Nashville.
What positions has William Walker held?
Positions held by William Walker include: President of Nicaragua (1856–1857); editor-in-chief (until 1849).
Where did William Walker study?
William Walker was educated at University of Edinburgh, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, University of Nashville, Heidelberg University.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): William Walker · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q196401 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: WilliamWalker.jpg (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 14 November 2026

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"William Walker". DigiNepal. Last updated 10 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/william-walker. Retrieved 15 November 2026.

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