About William Butler Duncan
Lived 1862 – 1912 (aged 49–50). William Butler Duncan was an American athlete.
William Butler Duncan II (May 1, 1862 – March 30, 1933), also known as Butler Duncan, was a leader in American yacht racing and naval service.
Early life William was born on May 1, 1862, in Providence, Rhode Island, the son of David Duncan (1835–1873) and Fannie (née Bloodgood) Duncan (1832–1874).
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Who was William Butler Duncan?
American yachtsman and naval officer
When was William Butler Duncan born?
William Butler Duncan was born in 1862.
When did William Butler Duncan die?
William Butler Duncan died on 30 March 1912.
What was William Butler Duncan's occupation?
William Butler Duncan was an athlete.
What nationality was William Butler Duncan?
William Butler Duncan was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Butler Duncan. https://biography.guide/william-butler-duncan/
MLA: "William Butler Duncan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-butler-duncan/.
Chicago: "William Butler Duncan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-butler-duncan/.
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