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William Edward Benswanger

Born February 22, 1892 in Pennsylvania USA
Died January 15, 1972 in Pittsburgh, PA USA

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Bill Benswanger was president of the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1932 to 1946.

Benswanger was married to Eleanor Fanny Dreyfuss, daughter of longtime Pirates owner Barney Dreyfuss.

Preceded by
Barney Dreyfuss

Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager
1932-1946

Succeeded by
Roy Hamey

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