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Nicholas Murray Butler

(1862–1947) Philosopher United States

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Nicholas Murray Butler was a philosopher from the United States, best known for The Oxford Book of American Essays.

Quick Facts About Nicholas Murray Butler

Born
April 2, 1862
Died
December 7, 1947
Nationality
United States
Profession
Philosopher
Notable works
The Oxford Book of American Essays
Spouse
Kate La Montagne

About Nicholas Murray Butler

Nicholas Murray Butler was an American philosopher, diplomat, and educator. Butler was president of Columbia University, president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, and the late James S. Sherman's replacement as William Howard Taft's running mate in the 1912 United States presidential election. The New York Times printed his Christmas greeting to the nation for many years during the 1920s and 1930s.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Nobel Peace Prize Goethe Medal for Art and Science honorary doctorate from the University of Strasbourg doctor honoris causa from the University of Lyon doctor honoris causa from the University of Paris doctor honoris causa from the University of Nancy

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