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JAMES McELROY (1782-1877). Irish-American Jesuit priest and founder of Boston College
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JAMES McELROY (1782-1877). Irish-American Jesuit priest and founder of Boston College
JAMES McELROY (1782-1877).
Irish-American Jesuit priest and founder of Boston College. Lithograph by Leopold Grozelier, c1860
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1860 Christianity Founder Irish Jesuit Leopold Priest
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph from 1860 depicts James McElroy, an influential figure in American Catholicism. Born in Ireland in 1782, McElroy immigrated to the United States and became a Jesuit priest. He went on to found Boston College, one of the oldest Jesuit universities in the country. In this portrait, we see McElroy as a wise and distinguished man seated comfortably. His eyes reflect years of experience and dedication to his faith. The artist, Leopold Grozelier, skillfully captures the essence of McElroy's character through intricate details and shading. McElroy's contribution to education is significant; he believed that knowledge was essential for personal growth and spiritual development. Through his vision and determination, Boston College was established as a place where young minds could flourish within a Christian environment. This lithograph serves as a reminder of McElroy's lasting legacy within both Irish-American history and American Christianity. It offers us a glimpse into the life of an extraordinary individual who dedicated himself to serving others through education and spirituality. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical piece with great care so that future generations can appreciate the remarkable achievements of James McElroy.
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