Stephen Mattoon

Stephen Mattoon (May 5, 1816 – 1889) was an American Presbyterian missionary who worked in Siam from 1847 to 1864. His works include the translation of the New Testament into the Thai language.

Stephen Mattoon
Missionary to Siam (Thailand)
Born(1816-05-05)May 5, 1816
Champion, New York
DiedAugust 15, 1889(1889-08-15) (aged 73)
America
NationalityAmerican
Years active1847 – 1885
OrganizationPresbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Known for
  • Missionary to Siam
  • Translate the New Testament (Siamese language)
  • First U.S.A. Consul to Siam (appoints)
Spouse(s)Mary Lourie Mattoon, m. 1846
Children
  • son George Lourie MATTOON (1850 – 1851)
  • daughter Mary Lourie Mattoon (1854 – )
  • daughter Emma Williams Mattoon (1857 – 1931)
Parent(s)Mr. Gershom Mattoon & Mrs. Anna Nancy Sayre Mattoon[1]

After returning to the U.S., Mattoon was appointed as the first President of Johnson C. Smith University.[2]

References
  1. Mattoon, Mary L. "Sketch of the life of Rev. Stephen Mattoon, D.D." Online Computer Library Center. Online Computer Library Center. Retrieved 14 April 2017.
  2. "Presidents of Johnson C. Smith University". Johnson C. Smith University. Johnson C. Smith University. Retrieved 14 April 2017.


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