About William Jones
Lived 1676 – 1725 (aged 49). William Jones was a British and Welsh director.
William Jones (26 February 1676 – 29 November 1725 ), born Kidwelly, Wales, was Principal of Jesus College, Oxford, from 1720 to 1725. He had previously been a student of the college, obtaining his BA in 1697, his MA in 1700, his BD in 1708 and his DD in 1720.
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Who was William Jones?
Principal of Jesus College, Oxford from 1720 to 1725
When was William Jones born?
William Jones was born on 26 February 1676 in Kidwelly.
When did William Jones die?
William Jones died on 29 November 1725.
What was William Jones's occupation?
William Jones was a director.
What nationality was William Jones?
William Jones was British and Welsh.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Jones (college principal)
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