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Henry Rutgers

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American politician (1745-1830)

United StatesPoliticiansLived 1745 to 1830 · aged 84
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Henry Rutgers was an American philanthropist, businessman, legislator, and Revolutionary War veteran from New York City. Most notably the namesake of Rutgers University, the college was named in his honor following his donation of a $5,000 bond and a $200 bronze bell which is still in use.

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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
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Lived 1745 to 1830 · aged 84
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