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Harrison Ruffin Tyler, Last Living Grandchild of President John Tyler, Dies at 96

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Harrison Ruffin Tyler, Last Living Grandchild of President John Tyler, Dies at 96
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Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last surviving grandson of President John Tyler, passed away at 96. He was a chemical engineer and dedicated to preserving his family's historic sites, including Sherwood Forest and Fort Pocahontas in Virginia. Tyler was known for his charm, philanthropy, and efforts to maintain his family's legacy, including significant donations to William & Mary and preservation projects.

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  1. Harrison Ruffin Tyler, grandson of the 10th U.S. president, dies at 96  NPR
  2. Harrison Ruffin Tyler, Grandson of the 10th President, Is Dead at 96  The New York Times
  3. Last living grandchild of America’s 10th president, Virginia native has died  WRIC ABC 8News
  4. Harrison Tyler, grandson of 1840s president John Tyler, dies at 96  The Washington Post
  5. Last living grandson of 10th U.S. President John Tyler, a link to a bygone era, dies at 96  CBS News

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