Horace Mann
American educator
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About Horace Mann
Horace Mann spent most of his political career campaigning for quality public education. In 1852, he was appointed the president of a private art school called Antioch College. As an educator, he was of the opinion that quality public education would make children in the United States disciplined.
Mann was also a seasoned politician and was mainly associated with the Whig Party. He was voted to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1848.
Spouse(s)
- Charlotte Messer Mann (married until her death in 1832)
- Mary Peabody Mann
Children
- George Combe Mann
- Horace Mann Jr.
- Benjamin Pickman Mann
Education
He studied at Brown University before enrolling at Litchfield Law School.
Trivia
He, together with Catherine Beecher and Henry Barnard, were the main campaigners for the Common School program.
He also served on the Massachusetts State Board of Education as its secretary.
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F.A.Q. about Horace Mann
When is his birthday?
Horace Mann's birthday is on May 4, 1796.
In how many days is his birthday?
Horace's birthday is in 17 days
How old was Horace when he died?
He was 63 years old.
When did he die?
He died in August 2, 1859.
How old would he be today?
Horace Mann would be 228 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Horace from?
He was born in Franklin, Massachusetts, U.S..