James Colville

Scottish school principal and literary scholar (1843-1910)
Person human Q101110851
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Summary

James Colville was born on January 9, 1843[1], in Leuchars[2]. He died on April 1, 1910[3], in Glasgow[4]. He worked as a literary scholar[5] and head teacher[6].

Key Facts

  • Date of death: 1910[7]
  • Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[8]
  • Sex or gender: male[9]
  • Academic degree: Master of Arts[10], Doctor of Science[11]
  • Family name: Colville[12]
  • Given name: James[13]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: English[14]

FAQs

Where was James Colville born?

James Colville was born in Leuchars[2].

Where did James Colville die?

James Colville passed away in Glasgow[4].

What did James Colville do for work?

James Colville worked as a literary scholar[5] and head teacher[6].

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    Languages spoken, written or signed → English
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    Family name → Colville
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