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JOHN A. WILLIAMS

Photograph of JOHN A. WILLIAMS Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
JOHN A.
Surname
WILLIAMS
Occupation
HONORABLE

The Name John

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
God is gracious
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The Williams Surname

Origin
English/Welsh
Meaning
Son of William
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Source

Library of Congress

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