William Conant Church
Union United States Army officer (1836–1917) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Conant Church (August 11, 1836 – May 23, 1917) was an American journalist, author and soldier. He was publisher of several newspapers and magazines in association with his father and brother. He was the co-founder and second president of the National Rifle Association of America.
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William Conant Church | |
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President of the National Rifle Association of America | |
In office 1872–1875 | |
Personal details | |
Born | August 11, 1836 Rochester, New York |
Died | May 23, 1917 (1917-05-24) (aged 80) Manhattan, New York |
Relatives | Francis Pharcellus Church (brother) |
Occupation | Journalist, editor |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | Union Army |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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