William Brockman Bankhead

1874–1940 (age 66)

Politician

About William Brockman Bankhead

William Brockman Bankhead (1874–1940) lived to age 66. They were a politician. Born in Sulligent, they died in Washington, D.C.. They are buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in District of Columbia.

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