Richard R. Wright
American military officer and educator (1855–1947) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Richard R. Wright?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
For his son, see Richard R. Wright Jr.
Richard Robert Wright Sr. (May 16, 1855 – July 2, 1947) was an American military officer, educator and college president, politician, civil rights advocate and banking entrepreneur. Among his many accomplishments, he founded a high school, a college, and a bank. He also founded the National Freedom Day Association in 1941.[1]
This article needs additional citations for verification. (May 2018) |
Quick Facts President of Georgia State Industrial College for Colored Youth, Succeeded by ...
Richard Robert Wright Sr. | |
---|---|
President of Georgia State Industrial College for Colored Youth | |
In office 1891–1921 | |
Succeeded by | Cyrus G. Wiley |
Personal details | |
Born | (1855-05-16)May 16, 1855[1] Dalton, Georgia, U.S.[1] |
Died | July 2, 1947(1947-07-02) (aged 92)[2] Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Spouse | Lydia Elizabeth (Howard) Wright |
Children | 9, including Richard Robert Jr. |
Alma mater | Atlanta University[1] The Wharton School[1] |
Profession | Military officer, educator, banker |
Military service | |
Rank | Major |
Unit | United States Volunteers |
Close