William David Coleman (1842 – 1908) was the 12th President of Liberia, serving from 1896 to 1900. 1842 was a common year starting on Saturday (see link for calendar). ... 1908 (MCMVIII) is a leap year starting on Wednesday (link will take you to calendar). ... The following is a list of Presidents of Liberia: Joseph Jenkins Roberts 1847-1856 Stephen Allen Benson 1856-1864 Daniel Bashiel Warner 1864-1868 James Spriggs Payne 1868-1870 Edward J. Roye 1870-1871 Joseph Jenkins Roberts 1871-1876 James Spriggs Payne 1876-1878 Anthony W. Gardiner 1878-1883 Alfred... 1896 was a leap year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... 1900 (MCM) is a common year starting on Monday. ...

He was born in Fayette County, Kentucky and emigrated to Liberia at the age of 11. He was trained as a carpenter, but became a successful trader before entering politics. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1877, becoming Speaker of the House. He was elected Senator for Montserrado County in 1879 and served in that position until he was elected Vice President under Joseph James Cheeseman on the True Whig ticket in 1892. They were re-elected twice, and Coleman became president when Pres. Cheeseman died in office. Official language(s) English Capital Frankfort Largest city Louisville Area  - Total  - Width  - Length  - % water  - Latitude  - Longitude Ranked 37th 104,749 km² 225 km 610 km 1. ... 1877 was a common year starting on Monday (see link for calendar). ... Montserrado County is on the coast of Liberia near the north-western end. ... 1879 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... 1892 was a leap year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ...

He was elected twice in his own right and centered his policies on education and improving the financial state of the country. He re-opened Liberia College and reorganized the customs department, opening bonded warehouses at ports of entry. He also attempted to exploit the country's natural resources, but met opposition to his policies, which eventually forced his resignation.

He remained active in politics, running three more times for president, but being defeated each time.

He died in his home town of Clay-Ashland.