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Wild Bill Donovan

Wild Bill Donovan (Baseball.  Born, Lawrence, MA, Oct. 13, 1876; died, Forsyth, NY, Dec. 9, 1923.)  Nicknamed for his lack of control as a pitcher, William Edward Donovan was a modestly successful...

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William J. Donovan

William J. Donovan (College football.  Born, Buffalo, NY, Jan. 1, 1883; died, Washington, DC, Feb. 8, 1959.)  Known primarily as the founder of the Office of Strategic Services, Gen. William J. Donovan...

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