Nathaniel Eaton (before 17 September 1609 − before 11 May 1674) was an Anglican clergyman who was the first Headmaster of Harvard, [3] President designate, [4] [5] and builder of Harvard's first College, Yard, and Library, in 1636.

Harvard's first president, Nathaniel Eaton, nearly beat his students and staff to death, but it was his wife's cooking that got him fired.

Jun 26, 2017 · His house stood on the same block on the town square with Eaton, across the street from Davenport’s own home. But such lofty connections did not guarantee happiness for the Tuttle family. William and Elizabeth’s 11 children included two (at least) who were insane, one adulteress and two murderers.

Dec 3, 2024 · Nathaniel Eaton (born 17 September 1609 − 11 May 1674) was the first Headmaster of Harvard and builder of Harvard's first College, the Old College. Nathaniel was also the uncle of Samuel Eaton (one of the seven founding members and signatories of the Harvard Corporation by charter in 1650)

Oct 30, 2014 · If you haven’t heard of Nathaniel Eaton, Harvard’s first head of school, it’s not because he’s one of the University’s buried treasures.

Nathaniel Eaton was appointed Head Master in 1638. He was graduated at Trinity College, Cambridge, and he seemed well-fitted for the position. But he was a great disappointment.

Aug 16, 2024 · Rev. Nathaniel Eaton, born about 1609 baptized September 17, 1609 at Great Budworth, Cheshire, England the fifth son of Richard Eaton. Nathaniel attended Westminster School, then elected scholar to Trinity College, Cambridge; …

Jun 7, 2001 · June 19, 1638 Shortly before this date, Nathaniel Eaton, first Master of the College, moves with his family from Charlestown into a house in the Yard. By Sept. 17, he has already assembled and begun teaching the first freshman Class of nine.

Nathaniel Eaton was an Anglican clergyman who was the first Headmaster of Harvard, President designate, and builder of Harvard's first College, Yard, and Library, in 1636.

Oct 9, 2014 · 1639: The first President of Harvard College, Nathaniel Eaton, leaves campus brewery functions to his wife, who lets supplies dwindle, much to the dissatisfaction of the students. Eaton...