William A. Whitehead

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William A. Whitehead
Portrait of William A. Whitehead by Henry Peters Gray
BornFebruary 19, 1810
Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
DiedAugust 8, 1884(1884-08-08) (aged 74)
Perth Amboy, New Jersey, U.S.
Occupations
  • Historian
  • surveyor
  • customs official
SpouseElizabeth Parker
ChildrenCortlandt Whitehead
7th Mayor of Key West
In office
1837–1838
Preceded byFielding A. Browne
Succeeded byTomaso Saccheti (Socarty)

William Adee Whitehead (February 19, 1810 – August 8, 1884) was an American historian, surveyor, customs official, and public servant. He is recognized for his contributions to the early history of New Jersey and Florida. He conducted one of the first surveys of Key West in 1829, and was subsequently served in several government positions there, including mayor from 1837 to 1838.

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