Alexander, William P. (William Prindle), 1881-1956
Variant namesWilliam Anderson Alexander (1889-1950) graduated from Georgia Tech in 1912 with a degree in Civil Engineering. After graduation, he became a mathematics instructor and assistant football coach under John Heisman. In 1920, he became head football coach, a position he maintained until his retirement in 1944. Alexander is remembered for his numerous wins and for taking Georgia Tech to four bowl games.
From the description of William Anderson Alexander Papers, 1718-1964 [bulk 1922-1958]. (Georgia Institute of Technology). WorldCat record id: 48643829
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| associatedWith | Alexander, William Anderson Photograph Collection, 1889-1950. | person |
| associatedWith | Brittain, M. L. (Marion Luther), 1866-1953. | person |
| associatedWith | Faisst, Harold A. | person |
| associatedWith | Georgia Institute of Technology. Alexander Memorial Coliseum. | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Georgia Institute of Technology. Alexander-Tharpe Fund, Inc. | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Georgia Institute of Technology. Ivan Allen College. History 4876. | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Heisman, John W. (John William), 1869-1936. | person |
| associatedWith | Kiser, Ella Cliff. | person |
| associatedWith | Masce, Ron. | person |
| associatedWith | William A. Alexander Memorial Coliseum Campaign. | corporateBody |
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| Georgia Institute of Technology |
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Birth 1881
Death 1956
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