Benjamin Wadsworth
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For the actor of the same name, see Benjamin Wadsworth (actor).
Benjamin Wadsworth (February 28, 1670 ā March 16, 1737) was an American Congregational clergyman and educator. He was trained at Harvard College (B.A., 1690; M.A., 1693). He served as minister of the First Church in Boston; and as president of Harvard from 1725 until his death.
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Benjamin Wadsworth | |
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President of Harvard College | |
In office 1725ā1737 | |
Preceded by | John Leverett |
Succeeded by | Edward Holyoke |
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Born | (1670-02-28)February 28, 1670 Milton, Norfolk, Massachusetts |
Died | March 16, 1737(1737-03-16) (aged 67) Cambridge, Middlesex, Massachusetts |
Spouse | Ruth Boardman |
Alma mater | Harvard College |
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