William Preston Few
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William Preston Few (December 29, 1867 – October 16, 1940) was the first president of Duke University and the fifth president of its predecessor, Trinity College.
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William Preston Few | |
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1st President of Duke University | |
In office 1910–1940 | |
Preceded by | John Carlisle Kilgo |
Succeeded by | Robert Lee Flowers |
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Born | (1867-12-29)December 29, 1867 Greenville County, South Carolina |
Died | October 16, 1940(1940-10-16) (aged 72) Durham, North Carolina |
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