George Watterston
American librarian and 3rd Librarian of Congress / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Not to be confused with George Waterston.
George Watterston (October 23, 1783 – February 4, 1854) was the third Librarian of the United States Congress from 1815 to 1829.[1]
Quick Facts 3rd Librarian of Congress, President ...
George Watterston | |
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3rd Librarian of Congress | |
In office 1815–1829 | |
President | James Madison James Monroe John Quincy Adams |
Preceded by | Patrick Magruder |
Succeeded by | John Silva Meehan |
Personal details | |
Born | (1783-10-23)October 23, 1783 New York Harbor, New York, U.S. |
Died | February 4, 1854(1854-02-04) (aged 70) |
Resting place | Congressional Cemetery |
Alma mater | Charlotte Hall Military Academy |
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