Tuesday, May 16, 2006

Hargrave's presidents

Col. Joseph Hathaway Cosby (photo courtesy of HMA)

I'm trying to nail down the authoritative "order of presidents" of Hargrave. I have some gaps, but we're getting there. I believe that Rev. T. Ryland Sanford was the school's first president. I understand that his term began in 1911, although Hargrave was founded in 1909. Sanford's term must have lasted through 1917. Not sure about the administrative structure of the school during 1909-1910.

Col. Aubrey H. Camden became president in 1918, and I think he lasted until 1950. Col. Joseph H. Cosby took over as prez in 1951. Cosby's term lasted through 1970. Vernon T. Lankford took over in 1970. His term went through 1987.

Next came either someone named Colgrove or Carlton. Not sure which is right. My understanding is that Col. Andy Todd served as interim president in 1990. Col. Tom Cunningham took over from Col. Todd, and his term lasted from 1990 to 1997.

Col. John W. Ripley was president during 1997-1999. Col. Wheeler L. Baker has led Hargrave since 1999.

If anyone can help fill in the gaps, that would be great.

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