Quincy, Josiah, 1772-1864
Dates
- Existence: 1772 - 1864
Biography
Josiah Quincy III (February 4, 1772 – July 1, 1864) was a U.S. educator and political figure. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1805–1813), Mayor of Boston (1823–1828), and President of Harvard University (1829–1845). The historic Quincy Market in downtown Boston is named in his honor.
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Harvard President Josiah Quincy letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 833467.1
Webster Mss 833467.1
Date(s):
1833-08-17
Abstract
In English.
Josiah Quincy letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 848125
Mss 848125
Date(s):
1848-01-25
Abstract
In English.
Josiah Quincy letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 826427.1
Mss 826427.1
Date(s):
1826-07-27 to 1834-11-04
Abstract
In English.