William C. White

Seventh-day Adventist Church minister

William C. White - Seventh-day Adventist Church minister
Born

August 29th, 1854
171 years ago

Died

1937
88 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A prominent leader within the Seventh-day Adventist Church and son of its co-founder, played a significant role in the church's establishment and development. Served as the first president of the Pacific Union Conference. Contributed to the Adventist Review as an editor and published numerous works promoting the church's mission. Active in various capacities within church administration and education.

Served as president of the Pacific Union Conference

Edited the Adventist Review

Published several influential works

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