Griffis, William Elliot, 1843-1928
Variant namesWilliam Elliot Griffis was an American orientalist, congregational minister, lecturer, and prolific author.
From the description of William Elliot Griffis collection, [1873]-1903. (Princeton University Library). WorldCat record id: 298180709
Pastor of the First Congregational Church (Ithaca, N.Y.).
From the description of William Elliot Griffis papers, 1897-1908. (Cornell University Library). WorldCat record id: 63938002
Clergyman, author, educator and lecturer, noted as an authority on Japan.
From the description of William Elliot Griffis collection, 1838-1964 (bulk 1859-1928). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122300050
William Elliot Griffis was a Congregational minister and the first American to go to the Far East as an employee of the Japanese government. He lived in Japan from 1870-1874, spending most of his time teaching and writing.
From the description of William Elliot Griffis papers, 1906-1927. (Cornell University Library). WorldCat record id: 64072860
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Person
Birth 1843-09-17
Death 1928-02-05
Japanese,
English
