Thomas Green Clemson

Thomas Green Clemson

Thomas Green Clemson, (July 1, 1807 – April 6, 1888) was an American politician and statesman, serving as an ambassador and the United States Superintendent of Agriculture. He served in the Confederate States Army. He founded Clemson University, located in South Carolina.

Read more about Thomas Green Clemson:  Early Life and Education, Paris, France, Agricultural Studies, Marriage and Family, Politics, Founding Clemson University, Further Reading

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