About William Denison Lyman
Lived 1852 – 1920 (aged 67). William Denison Lyman was an American historian.
William Denison Lyman (December 1, 1852 – June 21, 1920) was an author, professor, and historian.
Legacy Lyman House at Whitman College is named in his honor, as are the Lyman Glaciers on Mount Adams
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Who was William Denison Lyman?
American academic (1852–1920)
When was William Denison Lyman born?
William Denison Lyman was born on 1 December 1852 in Portland.
When did William Denison Lyman die?
William Denison Lyman died on 21 June 1920 in Walla Walla.
What was William Denison Lyman's occupation?
William Denison Lyman was a historian.
What nationality was William Denison Lyman?
William Denison Lyman was American.
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