John G. Palfrey

U.S. Congressperson

1796 – 1881

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Who was John G. Palfrey?

John Gorham Palfrey was an American clergyman and historian who served as a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts. A Unitarian minister, he played a leading role in the early history of Harvard Divinity School, and he later became involved in politics as a State Representative and U.S. Congressman.

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Born
May 2, 1796
Boston
Also known as
  • John Palfrey
  • John Gorham Palfrey
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Harvard University
  • Harvard Divinity School
  • Phillips Exeter Academy
Died
Apr 26, 1881
Cambridge

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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