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William G. Anderson
1927–2026
United States
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Biography
William Gilchrist Anderson (December 12, 1927 – August 16, 2026) was an American surgeon who was the first African-American to become a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) for twenty years where he also served as president. He was best known for his role in the Albany Movement, which he led, that was formed by local activists in Albany, Georgia, in 1961.
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