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David Renfrew White

1847 – 1937

Teacher, educationalist, university professor

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About David Renfrew White

Lived 1847 – 1937 (aged 89–90). David Renfrew White was a New Zealand academic.

David Renfrew White (1847–1937) was a New Zealand teacher, educationalist and university professor, born in Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland.

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Important facts

Born
1847
Birth century
19th century
Died
1937
Occupation
Academic
Nationality
New Zealand
Positions held
Principal of Dunedin Teachers' Training College, Professor of Education (University of Otago)
Employers
University of Otago
Also known as
D. R. White, David R. White

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Renfrew White?

teacher, educationalist, university professor (1847–1937)

When was David Renfrew White born?

David Renfrew White was born in 1847.

When did David Renfrew White die?

David Renfrew White died in 1937.

What was David Renfrew White's occupation?

David Renfrew White was an academic.

What nationality was David Renfrew White?

David Renfrew White was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Renfrew White

· Wikidata: Q5238988

· DBpedia: David Renfrew White

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