Thomas Dawson (college president)
| Thomas Dawson | |
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| 4th President of the College of William & Mary |
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| In office 1755–1760 |
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| Preceded by | William Stith |
| Succeeded by | William Yates |
| Personal details | |
| Died | November 29, 1760 |
| Alma mater | College of William & Mary |
Reverend Thomas Dawson was the fourth president of The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia (1755–1760).[1] He is also the brother of William Dawson, who was the second president of William & Mary (1743–1752).[2] He was educated at William & Mary and also held several religious positions, including being an Anglican clergyman, rector of the Bruton Parish, and commissary of the Bishop of London. Dawson was also a member of the Governor's Council and master of the Indian School at the College.[1]
In 1752 Dawson married Priscilla Bassett, the daughter of Colonel William Bassett.[2] Dawson died on November 29, 1760, reportedly in Williamsburg.[3]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 William & Mary — 18th Century Presidents. Retrieved on March 10, 2009.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 President Thomas Dawson. Retrieved on March 10, 2009.
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