Cornelius Conway Felton
American educator (1807–1862) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cornelius Conway Felton (November 6, 1807 – February 26, 1862) was an American educator. He was regent of the Smithsonian Institution, as well as professor of Greek literature and president of Harvard University.
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Cornelius Conway Felton | |
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19th President of Harvard University | |
In office 1860–1862 | |
Preceded by | James Walker |
Succeeded by | Thomas Hill |
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Born | (1807-11-06)November 6, 1807 West Newbury, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Died | February 26, 1862(1862-02-26) (aged 54) Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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Alma mater | Harvard University |
Occupation | Educator |
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