(1884-1968) American Baptist teacher and historian. From William Pitt's biography: "Latourette (1884-1968) grew up in Oregon City, Oregon. In his autobiography, Beyond the Ranges, he described his religious background as 'the conversion experience combined with daffy Scripture reading and memorization, hymn singing and prayer.' Latourette did not dance, go to the theater or use regular playing cards; he also signed the total abstinence pledge, promising not to use alcoholic beverages. (4) Evangelical fervor and ethical piety remained permanent fixtures in Latourette's life." Latourette served briefly as a missionary to China but returned to the United States because of health problems. However, he never lost his passion for missions and directed his energies to chronicaling the spread of the Faith. He is best known for his excellent histories: History of the Expansion of Christianity, Christianity Through The Ages and A History of Christianity .
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