Andrew Dickson White was a prominent American historian, diplomat, and educator in the late 19th and early 20th century. Synonyms for his name could include "A.D. White," "White," "Ambassador White," or simply "Andrew White." White was a co-founder of Cornell University and also served as its first president. He was known for promoting the study of history and international relations, as well as his advocacy for academic freedom. White was also a prolific writer, with works such as "A History of the Warfare of Science with Theology in Christendom" and "The Autobiography of Andrew Dickson White" cementing his place in American intellectual history.