Fraser, William Davidson, -1856

William Davidson Fraser graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1834. While at the Academy, his name was William Smith; he later changed his name to William Davidson Fraser. Fraser served as superintending engineer for improvement of Lake Ontario harbors, 1837-1839, and during the Mexican War, he repaired and reorganized the fortifications of Monterrey, Mexico, 1846-1848. After the Mexican War, Fraser continued to serve as an army engineer. He died in Key West, Florida, in 1856.

From the description of William Davidson Fraser letter books and Mexican War diary, 1837-1847. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702161193

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