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McConnell's Birthplace

Us Highway 23 N, VA , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 36° 38' 5.6832", -82° 33' 18.6732"
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Four miles south was born John Preston McConnell, noted educator. He taught in Milligan College, the University of Virginia and Emory and Henry College. He was president of the Radford State Teachers' College, 1913-1937. Dr. McConnell was president of Southwestern Virginia, Incorporated, and was associated with many cultural agencies. He was active in every phase of educational work, writing several books and many articles.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
   
 
 
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