William B. Hartsfield
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William B. Hartsfield, also known as William Berry Hartsfield, was known for being the long-serving Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia. He served as Mayor from 1937 to 1941 and again from 1942 to 1962. Hartsfield was known for his efforts to improve and modernize the city of Atlanta, including expanding the airport (now known as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport) and promoting racial integration during the civil rights movement. He was also known for his hands-on approach to governance and focus on economic development.