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Richard M. Venable graduated from Hampden-Sydney in 1857, became a Major in the Confederate Army and a trustee of the college, and the dormitory called Venable Hall is named in his honor.

A graduate of the class of 1853, Richard McIlwaine was a charter member of the first fraternity on campus, served as a chaplain in the Confederate Army, and held the position of General Agent (fundraiser) for H-SC before serving as College President…