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# Francis Landey Patton

(1843–1932)   Writer

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Francis Landey Patton was a writer.

## Quick Facts About Francis Landey Patton

Born February 22, 1843

Died November 26, 1932

Profession Writer

## About Francis Landey Patton

American educationalist and theologian (1843–1932)... \| Francis Landey Patton was a Bermudian-American educator, Presbyterian minister, academic administrator, and theologian, and served as the twelfth president of Princeton University.

##  Quotes by Francis Landey Patton

> [Christian obligation cannot be made to accord with a law of expediency. The Christian's maxims are, Do right because you are bound…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/francis-landey-patton/christian-obligation-cannot-be-made-to-accord-with-a-law-of/)

Francis Landey Patton

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