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Charles A. Templeton

Photograph of Charles A. Templeton Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Charles A.
Surname
Templeton
Occupation
Governor

The Name Charles

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Free man or one of noble birth.
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The Templeton Surname

Origin
Scottish, English
Meaning
A settlement or town associated with a temple or religious building.
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Source

Library of Congress

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