Griffin, George C., 1896-1990.

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George Clayton Griffin, the son of Mary Brotherton Griffin and Clayton C. Griffin, was born 09 October 1896 in Savannah, GA. After moving with his family to Atlanta in 1908, he attended Peacock Fleet School and Boys High School. Griffin entered Georgia Tech's sub-freshmen class in 1914. A very involved student, Griffin was affiliated with many organizations and clubs including Pi Kappa Phi and ANAK. He was also a member of the football, cross country, and track teams. From his first days as a sub-freshman in 1914 until his death, Griffin spent 70 years involved with Georgia Tech. His dedication to the school and its students earned him the nickname of "Mr. Georgia Tech."

From the description of George C. Griffin collection on D. M. (David M.) Smith, 1954-1959. (Georgia Institute of Technology). WorldCat record id: 327967611

Place Name Admin Code Country
Georgia--Atlanta
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Mathematics
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Birth 1896

Death 1990

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