Harvard College was named after clergyman John Harvard on __________?
Correct answer: B. March 1639
- A. February 1639
- B. March 1639
- C. April 1640
- D. May 1641Enrolling In Online Psychology Courses
Explanation
Harvard College was named for clergyman John Harvard in March 1639 after his bequest of books and half his estate to the institution. The college itself was founded earlier, in 1636.
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