Researching William Stovall
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 | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 3 people with the Stovall surname? In that year Stovall was ranked number 3576 for popularity in the UK. |
The name William means "resolute guardian" and is of German origin.
Records of William Stovall on Ancestry
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DNA
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for William Stovall and the Stovall Genealogy
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| Did you know that there are currently 4 people with the Stovall surname in the UK? Stovall is now ranked number 4037 for popularity in the UK. |
Stovall Family History Databases
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| Did you know that there are currently 21268 people with the Stovall surname in the USA? Stovall is ranked number 150 for popularity in the USA. |
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Some Famous People called William Stovall
William Howard Stovall
Lieutenant (later Colonel) William Howard Stovall (18 February 1895 - 11 May 1970) began his military career as a World War I flying ace credited with six aerial victories. He went on to become a successful businessman before serving in World War II. On the latter occasion, he served once again with fellow aerial combat veterans from World War I, Frank O'Driscoll Hunter and Carl Spaatz. He also suffered the loss of his namesake son in aerial battle.
Upon return from the war, Stovall won awards for his agricultural expertise. He died in his sleep at home, aged 75.
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