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Nicholas Brown, Sr.

American businessman (1729-1791) · United States · On the map · Business Professionals · Died at 61

Nicholas Brown Sr. was an American merchant, civic leader and slave trader who was a co-signer of the founding charter of the College of Rhode Island in 1763. In 1771, Brown was instrumental in convincing Baptist authorities to locate a permanent home for the college in his hometown of Providence.

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In 1804, the college was renamed Brown University following a gift made by Brown's son Nicholas Brown Jr.

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United States
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1729 to 1791 · aged 61