John a widtsoe biography definition
John a widtsoe biography definition
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John A. Widtsoe
Norwegian-American scientist, author and religious leader
| John A. Widtsoe | |
|---|---|
| March 17, 1921 (1921-03-17) – November 29, 1952 (1952-11-29) | |
| March 17, 1921 (1921-03-17) – November 29, 1952 (1952-11-29) | |
| Reason | Death of Anthon H.
Lund; Anthony W. Ivins added to First Presidency |
| Reorganization at end of term | Adam S. Bennion ordained |
| Born | John Andreas Widtsoe (1872-01-31)January 31, 1872 Frøya, Sør-Trøndelag, Norway, United Kingdoms of Sweden and Norway |
| Died | November 29, 1952(1952-11-29) (aged 80) Salt Lake City, Utah, United States |
| Resting place | Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37.92″N111°51′28.8″W / 40.7772000°N 111.858000°W / 40.7772000; -111.858000 (Salt Lake City Cemetery) |
| Education | Harvard University (AB) University of Göttingen (MA, PhD) |
| Spouse(s) | Leah Dunford |
| Parents | John and Anna Widtso
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