John McDonogh

John McDonogh (29 December 1779–26 October 1850) was a United States entrepreneur and philanthropist, described as miserly, controversial, and eccentric. He is most famous for endowing public education in two major American cities—New Orleans and Baltimore.

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John McDonogh
Birth dateJanuary 01, 1779
Date of deathJanuary 01, 1850

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