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Founding of Cumberland University

When
1842
Where
Lebanon, Tennessee
Part of
Founding of Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee

The Cumberland Presbyterian Church founded Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee, in 1842. Robert Looney Caruthers is identified as a founder.

The university was established in 1842 by the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Lebanon, Tennessee. Robert Looney Caruthers is recognized as a founder of the institution. The specific date of 30 September 1842 is not supported by the provided passages.

Sources

  1. Cumberland University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-15

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