Alexander Gordon

British civil engineer, specialised in lighthouse construction (1802-1868)
Person human Q55216240
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Alexander Gordon

Summary

Alexander Gordon is a human[1]. His place of birth was New York City[2]. He was born on May 5, 1802[3]. He passed away in Sandown[4]. He died on May 14, 1868[5]. He worked as a civil engineer[6].

Key Facts

  • Alexander Gordon's place of birth was New York City[2].
  • Alexander Gordon passed away in Sandown[4].
  • Alexander Gordon was born on May 5, 1802[3].
  • Alexander Gordon died on May 14, 1868[5].
  • Alexander Gordon's father was David Gordon[7].
  • Alexander Gordon held citizenship in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[8].
  • Alexander Gordon worked as a civil engineer[6].
  • Alexander Gordon's education included a stint at University of Edinburgh[9].
  • Alexander Gordon is recorded as male[10].
  • Alexander Gordon's instance of is recorded as human[11].
  • Alexander Gordon's Commons category is recorded as Alexander Gordon (architect)[12].
  • Alexander Gordon's family name is recorded as Gordon[13].
  • Alexander Gordon's given name is recorded as Alexander[14].
  • Alexander Gordon's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as English[15].

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Origins and Family

Alexander Gordon's place of birth was New York City[2]. He was born on May 5, 1802[3]. His father was David Gordon[7].

Education

Alexander Gordon was educated at University of Edinburgh[9].

Career and Affiliations

Alexander Gordon's professions included civil engineer[6].

Death and Burial

Alexander Gordon died on May 14, 1868[5]. He passed away in Sandown[4].

FAQs

Where was Alexander Gordon born?

Alexander Gordon was born in New York City[2].

Where did Alexander Gordon die?

Alexander Gordon passed away in Sandown[4].

Who were Alexander Gordon's parents?

Alexander Gordon's father was David Gordon[7].

What did Alexander Gordon do for work?

Alexander Gordon worked as civil engineer[6].

Where did Alexander Gordon go to school?

Alexander Gordon was educated at University of Edinburgh[9].

References

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Direct Wikidata claims

  1. [2] . Grace's Guide. wikidata.org.
  2. [4] . Grace's Guide. wikidata.org.
  3. [10] . wikidata.org.
  4. [7] . Grace's Guide. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  5. [8] . wikidata.org.
  6. [11] . wikidata.org.
  7. [9] . Grace's Guide. wikidata.org.
  8. [6] . Grace's Guide. Retrieved . librariesaustralia.nla.gov.au. Provenance: wikidata.org.
  9. [12] . wikidata.org.
  10. [3] . Grace's Guide. wikidata.org.
  11. [5] . Grace's Guide. wikidata.org.
  12. [13] . Grace's Guide. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  13. [14] . Grace's Guide. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  14. [15] . wikidata.org.

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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    Given name Alexander
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