Robert Charles Winthrop Quotes


The noblest contribution which any man can make for the benefit of posterity, is that of character. The richest bequest which any man can leave to the youth of his native land, is that of a shining, spotless example.


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Robert Charles Winthrop
Robert Charles Winthrop
  • Born: May 12, 1809
  • Died: November 16, 1894
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Politician

Robert Charles Winthrop was an American lawyer and philanthropist and one time Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. He was a descendant of John Winthrop.