William Yates Atkinson | |
|---|---|
 Atkinson, c. 1898 | |
| 55th Governor of Georgia | |
| In office October 27, 1894 – October 29, 1898 | |
| Preceded by | William J. Northen |
| Succeeded by | Allen D. Candler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | William Yates Atkinson November 11, 1854 Meriwether County, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | August 8, 1899 (aged 44) Newnan, Georgia, U.S. |
| Resting place | Oak Hill Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse | |
| Alma mater | University of Georgia (LL.B.) |
William Yates Atkinson (November 11, 1854 – August 8, 1899) was an American politician who served as the governor of the U.S. state of Georgia from 1894 to 1898.