Leonard J. Arrington

Leonard James Arrington (July 2, 1917 – February 11, 1999) was an American author, academic and the founder of the Mormon History Association. He is known as the "Dean of Mormon History" and "the Father of Mormon History" because of his many influential contributions to the field.

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Leonard J. Arrington
Birth dateJuly 02, 1917
Birth nameLeonard James Arrington
Birth place
Idaho , Twin Falls Idaho
Nationality
United States
Religion
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Date of deathFebruary 11, 1999
Place of death
Salt Lake City , Utah
Residence
Salt Lake City , Utah
Education
University of Idaho
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Education
Doctor of Philosophy
Known for
Church Historian and Recorder

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