William DeWitt Metz (June 13, 1914 - February 11, 2013) was an American historian specializing in Rhode Island History. He served as chairman of the Department of History at the University of Rhode Island, retiring after 45 years at the university in 1982. He was especially noted for promotion of heritage conservation and historical preservation activities throughout Rhode Island.
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13 June 1914 Buffalo, New York
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Died |
11 February 2013 (aged 98) Kingston, Rhode Island
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Zodiac | Gemini |
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