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What Happened This Year 1919

All Events 89 Births 439 Deaths 118

People Who Died in 1919

Henry Ware Eliot

Businessman and philanthropist in the U.S.

Born

November 25th, 1843 182 years ago

Died

1919 107 years ago — 76 years old

Involved in various business ventures throughout a successful career, directing efforts as president of the Eliot Corporation. Eliot contributed significantly to philanthropic endeavors, notably in education and the arts, establishing foundations and funding initiatives that supported cultural institutions. Active in the community, his contributions had lasting benefits for several organizations, reflecting a commitment to progress in society.