William Gaston
American politician from North Carolina (1778-1844) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 65
William J. Gaston was a jurist and United States Representative from North Carolina. He was the author of the official state song of North Carolina, "The Old North State".
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Gaston County, North Carolina, created just after his death, was named for him, as later were the city of Gastonia, North Carolina, artificial Lake Gaston, and the Gaston Hall auditorium at his alma mater, Georgetown University.
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1778 to 1844 · aged 65
