Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard
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Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard was an university teacher, best known for Metric system of weights and measures.
Quick Facts About Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard
- Born
- May 5, 1809
- Died
- April 27, 1889
- Profession
- University Teacher
- Notable works
- Metric system of weights and measures
About Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard
Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard was an American academic and educator who served as the 10th President of Columbia University. Born in Sheffield, Massachusetts, he graduated from Yale University in 1828 and served in a succession of academic appointments, including as Chancellor of the University of Mississippi from 1856 to 1861. He assumed office as President of Columbia University in 1864, where he presided over a series of improvements to the university until his death in 1889. Barnard College was named after him. He was also known as an author of academic texts.
Biography source: Wikipedia
