William Driver

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William Driver (1803 - 1886) was a U.S. ship captain. He coined the phrase "Old Glory" for the U.S. flag. As a birthday present, young Capt. William Driver of Salem, Massachusetts was presented a beautiful flag by his family and a group of friends. Driver was delighted with the gift. He exclaimed, "I name her 'Old Glory,'" and Old Glory subsequently accompanied the captain on his voyages. (Although Driver later stated that the received the flag on his birthday, … Wikipedia
Born:
1803
Died:
1886
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  • Pitcairn Islands Study Center

    CHARLES DOGGETT American brig, a 110-ton whaler from Salem commanded by Captain William Driver.
    library.puc.edu/Pitcairn/pitcairn/encyclopedia.shtml

  • The Story of Old Glory

    The famous name Old Glory was coined by Captain William Driver, a shipmaster in Salem, Massachusetts.
    www.bonps.org/driver.htm

  • PDF catalog of Tennessee...

    www.state.tn.us/TSLA/history/manuscripts/findingaids/68.pdf

  • William Driver Gravesite

    ...Name: William Driver (1803 - 1886) Category: Soldiers Burial Location: Old City Cemetery, Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Mike's Notes: William Driver was...
    www.thecemeteryproject.com/Graves%202/driver-william.htm

  • Wikipedia

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