James Tift Champlin
American educator (1811–1882); president of Colby College from 1857 to 1873
About James Tift Champlin
Lived 1811 – 1882 (aged 70). James Tift Champlin was an American writer.
James Tift Champlin (June 9, 1811 – March 15, 1882) was the seventh President of Colby College, Maine, United States, from 1857-1873.
Early life James Tift Champlin was born in Colchester, Connecticut on June 9, 1811.
He died in Portland, Maine on March 15, 1882.
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Who was James Tift Champlin?
American educator (1811–1882); president of Colby College from 1857 to 1873
When was James Tift Champlin born?
James Tift Champlin was born on 9 June 1811 in Colchester.
When did James Tift Champlin die?
James Tift Champlin died on 15 March 1882 in Portland.
What was James Tift Champlin's occupation?
James Tift Champlin was a writer.
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James Tift Champlin was American.
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