William Richard Waring | |
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| Born | July 4, 1787 South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | January 2, 1843 (aged 55) Savannah, Georgia, U.S. |
| Resting place | Laurel Grove Cemetery, Savannah, Georgia, U.S. |
| Occupation | Physician |
| Spouse | Anne Johnston (1825–1836; her death) |
William Richard Waring (July 4, 1787 – January 2, 1843) was a 19th-century American physician. He was described as one of the "most illustrious physicians" in Savannah, Georgia.[1] The William Waring Property, the oldest extant building in that city's Wright Square, is now named for him.[2]
He server two terms as mayor of Savannah (1830–1832).
His son was fellow physician James Johnston Waring.[3]