American Famous Names Starting with Letter D

(born November 9, 1940 in Frederick, Maryland) is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. He was sig

(born November 9, 1940 in Frederick, Maryland) is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. He was signed by the Washington Senators before the 1961 season, and appeared in two games for them in 1964. Both games were as a starter, and they had extremely different result

(born June 14, 1926 in Madison, New Jersey), nicknamed "Newk", is an American former Major League Ba

(born June 14, 1926 in Madison, New Jersey), nicknamed "Newk", is an American former Major League Baseball right-handed starting pitcher and left-handed batter who played for the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers (

Was a Canadian psychologist who was influential in the area of neuropsychology, where he sought to u

Was a Canadian psychologist who was influential in the area of neuropsychology, where he sought to understand how the function of neurons contributed to psychological processes such as learning. He has been described as the father of neuropsychology and neural networks.Donald's parents were both physicians. Donald's mother was heavily influenced by the ideas of Maria Montessori, and she home schooled him until the age of 8. He performed so well in elementary school that he was promoted to the 7th grade at 10 years of age. Although his rebellious attitude and disrespect for authority may have contributed to his failing the 11th grade, he graduated from the 12th grade two years later. (At that time in Chester, the 9th, 10th and 11th grades were taught in the same classroom by the same teacher.

Is a professional tennis player from the United States. While acting as a ball boy at the age of 10,

Is a professional tennis player from the United States. While acting as a ball boy at the age of 10, Young had the opportunity to play with tennis legend John McEnroe. McEnroe later said that Young "has hands like another lefty I know very well." Young ha

Is a retired American basketball player.

Is a retired American basketball player.

(July 20, 1916 – April 21, 1959) born in Salix, Iowa was a professional baseball player who played

(July 20, 1916 – April 21, 1959) born in Salix, Iowa was a professional baseball player who played pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1943-1948.

(born September 24, 1949, in Pontiac, Michigan) is a retired professional baseball player who played

(born September 24, 1949, in Pontiac, Michigan) is a retired professional baseball player who played five seasons for the California Angels, Chicago White Sox, and Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball.

Was a professional basketball player who attended Marquette University and was drafted by the Chicag

Was a professional basketball player who attended Marquette University and was drafted by the Chicago Packers in the 2nd round (12th pick) of the 1961 NBA Draft. He played Forward for the Baltimore Bullets (1963-64), Detroit Pistons (1964-66), Chicago Bulls (1966-67) (acquired prior to the season via the expansion draft), San Diego Rockets (1967-70) (acquired prior to the 1967-68 season via the expansion draft), Seattle SuperSonics (1970-72) and Kansas City-Omaha Kings (1972-75). Kojis was one of three players ever selected in expansion drafts held in consecutive years (Bob Weiss and George Wilson being the other two) (Wilson was in fact selected in three consecutive expansion drafts). Kojis was also one of a small number of players who played for three expansion teams (Kojis playing for the 1961-62 Packers, the 1966-67 Bulls, and the 1967-68 Rockets).

Is an American jockey in Thoroughbred flat horse racing.He is the winner of a number of stakes races

Is an American jockey in Thoroughbred flat horse racing.He is the winner of a number of stakes races, including the 1989 Arlington Classic at Chicago's Arlington Park and the 2002 Valley View Stakes and the 2003.

Is a retired U.S. Racing Hall of Fame jockey in thoroughbred horse racing.

Is a retired U.S. Racing Hall of Fame jockey in thoroughbred horse racing.

Is an American politician and former president of the Alaska Federation of Natives (1970 to 1972). H

Is an American politician and former president of the Alaska Federation of Natives (1970 to 1972). He has been a perennial candidate for statewide office in Alaska over several decades, most notably as the gubernatorial nominee of the Alaskan Independence

(April 6, 1929 - January 2, 1995) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Chicago

(April 6, 1929 - January 2, 1995) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Chicago Cubs (1953, 1957[end], 1958-64) and Brooklyn Dodgers (1957[start]). Elston batted and threw right handed.

Is an American former professional basketball player and coach, most notable for his long stints as

Is an American former professional basketball player and coach, most notable for his long stints as a player on the Boston Celtics.Don became a 1969 NBA Finals champion with the Boston Celtics during his rookie year. He would also help the Celtics toward winning the 1974 NBA Finals. He had two stints with the Boston Celtics (1968-1975, and 1977-1980), for which he is most notable. He also had a short two season stint with the Los Angeles Lakers from 1976-1978, and also played in the ABA for one year with the Spirits of St. Louis from 1975-1976. Chaney was mostly known for his defensive skills, providing adequate numbers in minutes off the bench.

(March 3, 1942 – March 22, 2007) was an American middle relief pitcher in Major League Baseball wh

(March 3, 1942 – March 22, 2007) was an American middle relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who played in 1965 and 1966 for the St. Louis Cardinals

(born on November 20, 1929) is an American professional golfer.

(born on November 20, 1929) is an American professional golfer.

Became the Manager, Launch Integration, at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on August 15, 1997. In

Became the Manager, Launch Integration, at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on August 15, 1997. In this capacity he is responsible for final Shuttle preparation, launch execution, and return of the orbiter to KSC following landings at any location other

(born March 13, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana) was an outfielder in Major League Baseball who played

(born March 13, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana) was an outfielder in Major League Baseball who played in eight games for the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 1958 baseball season.

(born June 24, 1938, in Huntsville, Alabama) is a former first baseman in Major League Baseball with

(born June 24, 1938, in Huntsville, Alabama) is a former first baseman in Major League Baseball with a 13 year career from 1960 to 1972.

February 6, 1916 - July 29, 1973) was a Major League Baseball pitcher who appeared in two games for

February 6, 1916 - July 29, 1973) was a Major League Baseball pitcher who appeared in two games for the New York Giants in 1945. The 29-year-old rookie was a native of Cleveland, Ohio.

Was a Major League Baseball player who played 7 seasons with the Detroit Tigers (1938, 1942-45), Bro

Was a Major League Baseball player who played 7 seasons with the Detroit Tigers (1938, 1942-45), Brooklyn Dodgers (1940), and Cleveland Indians (1945-46). Ross played in 498 major league games, 261 as a third baseman, 115 as an outfielder, 20 as a shortstop and 7 as a second baseman. Ross had a career batting average of .262 and an on base percentage of .338. He had 390 career hits, 129 runs scored, 162 RBIs, 166 bases on balls, and 79 extra base hits. Ross was born in Pasadena, California and died in Arcadia, California.

(born March 10, 1983 in Lakewood, California) is a second baseman in the Oakland Athletics organizat

(born March 10, 1983 in Lakewood, California) is a second baseman in the Oakland Athletics organization of Major League Baseball

Is a Major League Baseball infielder for the Florida Marlins organization. He attended Riverside (Ca

Is a Major League Baseball infielder for the Florida Marlins organization. He attended Riverside (California) Polytechnic High School and Orange Coast Community College in Costa Mesa, California[1] and was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 5th round of the 2002 Major League Baseball Draft.[2]In 2004 and 2005, he appeared in 39 games for the Royals, hitting .163 with one home run and eleven RBI. He was acquired by the A's in exchange for cash on November 28, 2006.[3] He began the 2007 season at Sacramento, the A's Pacific Coast League Triple-A affiliate. He hit .342 for the River Cats and was recalled to Oakland June 8 when Milton Bradley was placed on the disabled list.[4]

American basketball player.He played collegiately for the Southwest Missouri State University.

American basketball player.He played collegiately for the Southwest Missouri State University.

Was an American politician. He served in many roles, from decorated war veteran to petroleum executi

Was an American politician. He served in many roles, from decorated war veteran to petroleum executive, board chairman, association president, Jacksonville City Council president and Florida state legislator.Don Davis was elected to the Jacksonville City

(born on December 18, 1980) is an American professional golfer.

(born on December 18, 1980) is an American professional golfer.