John Cameron
British army officer; director-general of the Ordnance Survey (1817-1878)
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Summary
John Cameron was born on March 31, 1817[1]. He died on June 30, 1878[2], in Southampton[3]. He worked as a military officer[4], surveyor[5], and army officer[6]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Southampton[8]
- Father: John Cameron[9]
- Mother: Amelia Brock[10]
- Spouse: Matilda Susannah White[11]
- Child: John Duncan Cameron[12]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[13]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[14], Companion of the Order of the Bath[15]
- Member of: Royal Society[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Military branch: British Army[18]
- Military, police or special rank: lieutenant-general[19], lieutenant general[20]
- Family name: Cameron[21]
- Given name: John[22]
- Described by source: Hampshire Advertiser[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[24]
- P14397: 7226[25]
FAQs
Where did John Cameron die?
John Cameron passed away in Southampton[3].
Who were John Cameron's parents?
John Cameron's father was John Cameron[9]. John Cameron's mother was Amelia Brock[10].
Who was John Cameron married to?
John Cameron's spouses include Matilda Susannah White[11].
What did John Cameron do for work?
John Cameron worked as a military officer[4], surveyor[5], and army officer[6].
What awards did John Cameron receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[14] and Companion of the Order of the Bath[15].