William Henry Fitzbutler

William Henry Fitzbutler
Born(1842-12-22)December 22, 1842
Virginia, U.S.
DiedDecember 28, 1901(1901-12-28) (aged 59)
Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
Other namesHenry Fitzbutler
OccupationsEducator, physician, medical school founder, newspaper editor, civil rights leader
Known forFirst African American to graduate from University of Michigan Medical School
SpouseSarah Helen McCurdy
Children6, including Mary Fitzbutler

William Henry Fitzbutler (1842–1901), also known as Henry Fitzbutler, was an American educator, doctor, medical school founder, newspaper editor, and civil rights leader. He was the first African American to graduate from University of Michigan's medical school in 1872. Fitzbutler was also the first African American to practice medicine in the state of Michigan. He founded Louisville National Medical College and helped establish Louisville Hospital.

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