William C. White
Seventh-day Adventist Church minister
Born
August 29th, 1854
170 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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