Edward Whymper
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Summary
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840[1], in London[2]. He died on September 16, 1911[3], in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes[4]. He worked as a mountaineer[5], illustrator[6], explorer[7], photographer[8], and writer[9]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,897 views/month, #7,163 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Place of death: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc[11]
- Place of burial: Cimetière de Chamonix[12]
- Father: Josiah Wood Whymper[13]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[14]
- Occupation: botanical collector[15], scientific collector[16]
- Notable work: The amateur's greenhouse and conservatory[17]
- Award received: Patron’s Medal[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Commons category: Edward Whymper[20]
- Sport: mountaineering[21]
- Family name: Whymper[22]
- Given name: Edward[23]
- Topic's main category: Category:Edward Whymper[24]
- Commons gallery: Edward Whymper[25]
- Partner in business or sport: Michel Croz[26]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, second supplement[27], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[28], Library of the World's Best Literature[29], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[30], New International Encyclopedia[31]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[32]
- Commons Creator page: Edward Whymper[33]
- Name in native language: Edward Whymper[34]
Why It Matters
Edward Whymper has Wikipedia articles in 20 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[35] He is known by 13 alternative names across languages and contexts.[36]
FAQs
Where was Edward Whymper born?
Edward Whymper was born in London[2].
Where did Edward Whymper die?
Edward Whymper passed away in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes[4].
Who were Edward Whymper's parents?
Edward Whymper's father was Josiah Wood Whymper[13].
What did Edward Whymper do for work?
Edward Whymper worked as a mountaineer[5], illustrator[6], explorer[7], photographer[8], and writer[9].
What awards did Edward Whymper receive?
Honors received include Patron’s Medal[18].