William F. Moran Jr. (1925-2006), known as Bill Moran, was a significant American knifemaker who established the American Bladesmith Society and revitalized the art of pattern welded steel in knife making. His creations were highly valued by celebrities and world leaders. The William F. Moran School of Bladesmithing is named in his honor, recognizing his contributions to the craft. He was also inducted into the Blade Magazine Hall of Fame and served as President of the Knifemakers' Guild.
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Meaning of the name - William
resolute protector, strong-willed warrior
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William F. Moran belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Frederick
Occupation: knife maker | bladesmith
Awards Received: Blade Magazine Hall of Fame Member | President of the Knifemakers' Guild
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 1, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for May 1, 2025 |
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| Sun | 10 Taurus 45 | 11 Taurus 32 | 16 Leo 31 |
| Moon | 16 Leo 24 | 5 Cancer 10 | 26 Aries 1 |
| Mercury | 22 Aries 1 | 16 Aries 26 | 9 Virgo 18 |
| Venus | 12 Taurus 45 | 0 Aries 32 | 15 Virgo 6 |
| Mars | 24 Gemini 44 | 5 Leo 54 | 27 Leo 58 |
| Jupiter | 22 Capricorn 13 | 21 Gemini 30 | 13 Capricorn 56 |
| Saturn | 11 Scorpio 38 | 27 Pisces 49 | 8 Scorpio 50 |
| Uranus | 24 Pisces 6 | 26 Taurus 22 | 24 Pisces 52 |
| Neptune | 19 Leo 47 | 1 Aries 7 | 22 Leo 5 |
| Pluto | 11 Cancer 40 | 3 Aquarius 48 | 13 Cancer 55 |
| Rahu | 9 Leo 14 | 25 Pisces 6 | 3 Leo 56 |
| Ketu | 9 Aquarius 14 | 25 Virgo 6 | 3 Aquarius 56 |
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