Henry Durant
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For other uses, see Henry Durant (disambiguation).
Henry Durant (June 18, 1802 in Acton, Massachusetts – January 22, 1875 in Oakland, California) was an American minister and educator. He was the founding president of the University of California. Durant also served as Mayor of Oakland.[1]
Quick Facts 16th Mayor of Oakland (Republican), Preceded by ...
Henry Durant | |
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16th Mayor of Oakland (Republican) | |
In office March 4, 1873 – January 22, 1875 (death) | |
Preceded by | Nathaniel W. Spaulding |
Succeeded by | Mack Webber |
1st President of the University of California | |
In office August 16, 1870 – 1872 | |
Succeeded by | Daniel Coit Gilman |
Personal details | |
Born | (1802-06-18)June 18, 1802 Acton, Massachusetts |
Died | January 22, 1875(1875-01-22) (aged 72) Oakland, California |
Alma mater | Yale College |
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