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Description

(1723-1794) Presbyterian minister and patriot of the new country. Signed Declaration of Independence and served as president of Princeton. One of the organizers of the Presbyterian Church in America.

Themes

American PresidentsAmerican Presidents
American RevolutionAmerican Revolution
MilitaryMilitary
Military LeadersMilitary Leaders
StatesmanshipStatesmanship

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Coordinates

38° 54' 26" N 77° 2' 30" W

Latitude/Longitude

-77.041779491438035,38.907173131730424

Authorized

1908 (35 Stat. 579)

Dedicated

1909

Sponsor

U.S. Government/Witherspoon Memorial Association

Owner

FEDERAL - NPS