Surname: Tappan Forename(s): Henry Philip b. 18 April 1805. d. 15 November 1881. Nationality: American. VIAF.
Philosopher and academic. Born in Rhinebeck, New York. Educated at Union College and
Auburn Theological Seminary. Ordained in 1827. Married Julia Livingston in 1828. Professor
of philosophy at New York University (1832-1837). Appointed the first President of
the University of Michigan in 1852. Biographical information: ANB. (AC, CC)