Richard Thatcher
Richard Thatcher | |
|---|---|
| 1st President of Territorial Normal School | |
| In office November 1, 1891 – 1893 | |
| Succeeded by | George Winans |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 23 March 1846 Alton, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | 28 November 1909 (aged 63) Edmond, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Spouse | Melissa Thatcher |
| Alma mater | McKendree College |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Richard Thatcher (March 23, 1846 – November 28, 1909) was an American educator, and Civil War veteran. He was a school administrator in Kansas and Oklahoma, hotel operator and the first President of Territorial Normal School, now the University of Central Oklahoma.