Jeremiah Dummer | |
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Born | 1681 |
Died | May 19, 1739 | (aged 57–58)
Nationality | American |
Education | Harvard College University of Utrecht |
Occupation(s) | Colonial agent for Connecticut and Massachusetts |
Known for | Yale University benefactor |
Parent(s) | Jeremiah Dummer Anna Dummer |
Jeremiah Dummer (1681 – May 19, 1739) was an important colonial figure for New England in the early 18th century. His most significant contributions to American history were his A Defense of the New England Charters and his role in the formation of Yale College.