Williams, Roger, 1604-1683
Dates
- Existence: 1604 - 1683
Biography
Roger Williams (c. 21 December 1603 – between 27 January and 15 March 1683)was a Puritan minister, theologian, and author who founded Providence Plantations, which became the Colony of Rhode Island. He was a staunch advocate for religious freedom, separation of church and state, and fair dealings with Native Americans, and he was one of the first abolitionists.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Francis Wayland letters
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 831172.1
Mss 831172.1
Date(s):
1831-02-22 to 1863-10-16
Scope and Contents
Letters from Francis Wayland in Providence to George Ticknor in Boston in which he asks for information on forming an Athenaeum in Providence and tells him that G.W. Greene is seeking a teaching position. Also personal news, mentions attempts to erect a monument to Roger Williams. Boston is changing.