James Mountain

James Mountain
James Mountain during his time at Pittsburgh Academy
Born1771 (1771)
DiedSeptember 23, 1813(1813-09-23) (aged 41–42)
Burial placeFirst Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh; later moved to Allegheny Cemetery
Known forMaster of Pittsburgh Academy

James Mountain (1771 – September 23, 1813) was a prominent lawyer, educator and academic administrator in Western Pennsylvania during the early 19th century. He was Master of Pittsburgh Academy (now University of Pittsburgh) from 1803 to 1807. He was also among the earliest instructors and leaders of Canonsburg Academy (later Jefferson College and now Washington & Jefferson College).

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