Thomas Roderick Dew
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Thomas Roderick Dew (December 5, 1802 – August 6, 1846) was a professor and public intellectual, then president of The College of William & Mary (1836-1846).[1] Although he first achieved national stature for opposing protective tariffs, today Dew may be best known for his pro-slavery advocacy.[2][3]
Quick Facts 13th President of theCollege of William & Mary, Preceded by ...
Thomas Roderick Dew | |
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13th President of the College of William & Mary | |
In office 1836–1846 | |
Preceded by | Adam Empie |
Succeeded by | Robert Saunders, Jr. |
Personal details | |
Born | (1802-12-05)December 5, 1802 King and Queen County, Virginia, United States |
Died | August 6, 1846(1846-08-06) (aged 43) Paris, France |
Education | The College of William & Mary |
Occupation | Professor of History, Metaphysics, and Political Economy, College of William & Mary |
Known for | Proslavery writings |
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