Nicholas Brown Sr.
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For other people named Nicholas Brown, see Nicholas Brown (disambiguation).
Nicholas Brown Sr. (July 26, 1729 ā May 29, 1791) was an American merchant, civic leader and slave trader who was a co-signer of the founding charter of the College of Rhode Island in 1763.[1] In 1771, Brown was instrumental in convincing Baptist authorities to locate a permanent home for the college in his hometown of Providence. In 1804, the college was renamed Brown University following a gift made by Brown's son Nicholas Brown Jr.
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Born | (1729-07-26)July 26, 1729 |
Died | May 29, 1791(1791-05-29) (aged 61) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Merchant Slave trader Philanthropist |
Children | Nicholas Brown II |
Relatives | Chad Brown, ancestor John Brown, brother Moses Brown, brother Joseph Brown, brother John Brown Francis, grandson |
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