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George Williams (YMCA)
1821Oct, 11

George Williams (YMCA)

George Williams, English philanthropist, founded the YMCA (d. 1905)
Sir George Williams (11 October 1821 – 6 November 1905) was an English philanthropist, businessman and founder of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). The oldest and largest youth charity in the world, its aim is to support young people to belong, contribute and thrive in their communities.Williams was knighted by Queen Victoria in her 1894 Birthday Honours. He died in 1905 and is buried in St Paul's Cathedral.

He is the great-great-grandfather of current British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

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  • 22Feb

    Danubian Principalities

    Greek War of Independence: Alexander Ypsilantis crosses the Prut river at Sculeni into the Danubian Principalities.
  • 26May

    Greek War of Independence

    Establishment of the Peloponnesian Senate by the Greek rebels.
  • 9Jul

    Greek War of Independence

    Four hundred and seventy prominent Cypriots including Archbishop Kyprianos are executed in response to Cypriot aid to the Greek War of Independence
  • 23Jul

    Monemvasia

    While the Mora Rebellion continues, Greeks capture Monemvasia Castle. Turkish troops and citizens are transferred to Minor Asia coasts.
  • 28Nov

    Gran Colombia

    Panama Independence Day: Panama separates from Spain and joins Gran Colombia.