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William H. West

b. 1842

United States lawman who arrested President Ulysses S. Grant

Police officer

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About William H. West

Born 1842. William H. West was a police officer.

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Important facts

Born

1842

Birth century

19th century

Occupation

Police officer

Also known as

William Henry West

Frequently asked questions

Who was William H. West?

United States lawman who arrested President Ulysses S. Grant

When was William H. West born?

William H. West was born in 1842.

What was William H. West's occupation?

William H. West was a police officer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William H. West

· Wikidata: Q60763388

· DBpedia: William H. West (policeman)

Cite this page

APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William H. West. https://biography.guide/william-h-west-police-officer/

MLA: "William H. West." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-h-west-police-officer/.

Chicago: "William H. West." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-h-west-police-officer/.

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