Ledbetter, Huddie William (ka Leadbelly ; Lead Belly) 20.jan.1889-6.dec.1949 USA Louisiana, Mooringsport - NY, New York
folksinger, guitarist, 1918-1925 imprisoned for murder, 1930-1934 imprisoned for attempted murder

[the given year of birth is from his grave marker and WWII registration ; the 1900/1910/1930 US Census give 1888 ; most dictionaries give 1885 ; the exact day and year remain uncertain but the Censuses suggest 1888 is the most likely]