About George Worthington Adams
Lived 1905 – 1981 (aged 75). George Worthington Adams was an American historian.
George Worthington Adams (November 22, 1905 – November 6, 1981) was the Chairman of Commission on Extension Courses and Director of the University Extension at Harvard University from 1946 to 1949. He was the third person to hold the position.
Born in Jacksonville, Illinois, he received a bachelor's degree from Illinois College and a master's degree and doctorate at Harvard, where he also served as secretary to the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
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George Worthington Adams was born on 22 November 1905 in Jacksonville.
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George Worthington Adams died on 6 November 1981.
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