Thomas G. Clemson in his 81 years of life knew the gifts of higher education .
Thomas G. Clemson was motivated to create a great legacy known today as Clemson University on the plantation of Thomas G. Clemson 's father - in - law , John C. Calhoun .
Thomas G. Clemson in his 81 years of life knew the gifts of higher education and he was motivated to create a great legacy known today as Clemson University on the plantation of his father - in - law , John C. Calhoun .