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Jacob Thornburgh

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Personal Details

Given Name
Jacob
Surname
Thornburgh
Occupation
Hon.

The Name Jacob

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
He who supplants or one who follows.
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The Thornburgh Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A fortified place or borough associated with thorns.
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Source

Library of Congress

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