Henry Durant
Henry Durant (June 18, 1802 in Acton, Massachusetts – January 22, 1875 in Oakland, California) was an American minister and educator. He was the founding president of the University of California. Durant also served as Mayor of Oakland.
Henry Durant | |
|---|---|
| 16th Mayor of Oakland (Republican) | |
| In office March 4, 1873 – January 22, 1875 (death) | |
| Preceded by | Nathaniel W. Spaulding |
| Succeeded by | Mack Webber |
| 1st President of the University of California | |
| In office August 16, 1870 – 1872 | |
| Succeeded by | Daniel Coit Gilman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 18, 1802 Acton, Massachusetts |
| Died | January 22, 1875 (aged 72) Oakland, California |
| Alma mater | Yale College |
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