Background
MacWilliam was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and immigrated with his family to Cleveland, Ohio, when he was 18.
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During World War I, serving at the Battle of Verdun, MacWilliam was shot in both legs while rescuing a trapped and wounded soldier. He was also the victim of a mustard gas attack, and suffered continuing health problems because of lieutenant His doctor mentioned to him that he was investing in land in Florida, and MacWilliam decided to join him.
In 1919, he moved from Ohio to Vero Beach, and he went on to supervise the construction of the golf course at Riomar.
In 1927, he was elected mayor. He supported the proposal to split off Indian River County from Saint Lucie County.
MacWilliam established the Indian River Mosquito Control Board, and introduced height restrictions on buildings. The Indian River Golf Foundation awards the Alex MacWilliam, Senior
Trophy in memory of MacWilliam annually.
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Born
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Political Party
Democratic party