Letter from Ebenezer Fitch, Williamstown, to Joseph Willard, Cambridge, August 18, 1800 Digital
Scope and content
Thanks for honorary degree.
Dates
- Creation: August 18, 1800
Researcher Access
The Corporation papers, 1st series, supplements to the Harvard College Papers are open for research use.
Extent
2.8 cubic feet (6 document boxes, 2 flat boxes)Historical note
Ebenezer Fitch (1756-1833) served as the first president of Williams College from 1793 to 1815. He was awarded an honorary degree from Harvard in 1800.
Creator
- From the Collection: Harvard University. Corporation (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
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