Lee, William G., 1857-1940.
William G. Lee (1857-1940) was born in Norfolk, Virginia. At the age of 18, he stowed away on a ship out of Norfolk. He eventually became a ship captain and later an inspector of hulls and steam vessels for the District of Savannah. During his career he saved 16 persons from drowning.
From the description of William G. Lee papers, 1891-1940. (Georgia Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 157010747
William G. Lee (1857-1940) was born in Norfolk, Virginia. At the age of 18, he stowed away on a ship out of Norfolk. He eventually became a ship captain and later an inspector of hulls and steam vessels in Savannah, Georgia.
From the description of William G. Lee inspector's license , 1902. (Georgia Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 603522738
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| creatorOf | Lee, William G., 1857-1940. William G. Lee papers, 1891-1940. | Georgia Historical Society | |
| creatorOf | Lee, William G., 1857-1940. William G. Lee inspector's license , 1902. | Georgia Historical Society |
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| associatedWith | Gamble, Thomas, 1868-1945. | person |
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Birth 1857
Death 1940
