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Spencer Crosby

Photograph of Spencer Crosby Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Spencer
Surname
Crosby
Occupation
Col.

The Name Spencer

Origin
English
Meaning
A person who dispenses provisions or supplies, originally an occupational surname for a steward or butler.
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