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The Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), or Dewey Decimal System, is a proprietary library classification system first published in the United States by Melvil Dewey in 1876.

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How old was Melvil Dewey when he created the Dewey Decimal System?

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Melvil Dewey was born on December 10, 1851 and died on December 26, 1931. Melvil Dewey would have been 80 years old at the time of death or 163 years old today.


How old is George Dewey?

George Dewey was born on December 26, 1837 and died on January 16, 1917. George Dewey would have been 79 years old at the time of death or 177 years old today.


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Melvil Dewey was born on December 10, 1851 and died on December 26, 1931. Melvil Dewey would have been 80 years old at the time of death or 163 years old today.


How old is John Dewey?

John Dewey was born on October 20, 1859 and died on June 1, 1952. John Dewey would have been 92 years old at the time of death or 155 years old today.


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How old was George Dewey at death?

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