Louis Tuffly Ellis

American historian (1927–2022) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Louis Tuffly Ellis (January 3, 1927 – January 3, 2022) was an American historian specializing in Texas history.

Born(1927-01-03)January 3, 1927
Houston, Texas, U.S.
DiedJanuary 3, 2022(2022-01-03) (aged 95)
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Parents
  • Thomas Fordtran Ellis
  • Louise Cornelia Tuffly Ellis
Alma mater
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Louis Tuffly Ellis
Born(1927-01-03)January 3, 1927
Houston, Texas, U.S.
DiedJanuary 3, 2022(2022-01-03) (aged 95)
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Parents
  • Thomas Fordtran Ellis
  • Louise Cornelia Tuffly Ellis
Academic background
Alma mater
Thesis"The Texas Cotton Press Industry: A History" (1964)
InfluencesJoe B. Frantz
Academic work
DisciplineHistory
Sub-disciplineAmerican history, Texas history
Institutions
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Early life and family history

Ellis was born in Houston on January 3, 1927. His parents were Thomas Fordtran Ellis and Louise Cornelia Tuffly Ellis.[1]

While Ellis lived in Houston for most of his youth, he graduated from Kirwin High School in Galveston, Texas.[2]

Death and legacy

Ellis died in Houston on January 3, 2022, his 95th birthday.[1]

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