Thomas Sovereign Gates
Thomas Sovereign Gates | |
|---|---|
| 1st President of the University of Pennsylvania | |
| In office 1930–1944 | |
| Preceded by | office established |
| Succeeded by | George William McClelland |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Thomas Sovereign Gates March 21, 1873 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | April 8, 1948 (aged 75) |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Marie Rogers |
| Children | Thomas S. Gates Jr. |
Thomas Sovereign Gates (March 21, 1873 – April 8, 1948) was an American investment banker and educator. He was the first president of the University of Pennsylvania from 6 October 1930 until 1944, and was the father of United States Secretary of Defense Thomas S. Gates, Jr.