Robert was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania in 1804. and received an M.D. in 1808. He was a professor of natural philosophy and vice provost U. of Pennsylvania in charge of topographical defense of Philadelpia War of 1812. He was founder of the Musical Fund Society, founder of Franklin Institute, member of Board of Canal Commissioners of PA, professor and chairman of faculty, Un. of PA, 39
Marriage Information:
Robert married Helen Hamilton LEIPER in 1814 39. (Helen Hamilton LEIPER was born in 1792 39 and died in 1871 39.)