Thomas Gordon

Scottish philosopher, mathematician and antiquarian (1714–1797)
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Thomas Gordon

Summary

Thomas Gordon is a human[1]. His place of birth was Aberdeen[2]. He was born on January 17, 1714[3]. He died on January 17, 1797[4]. He worked as a philosopher[5] and mathematician[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (5 views/month, #7,299 of 1,000,298).[7]

Key Facts

  • Thomas Gordon's place of birth was Aberdeen[2].
  • Thomas Gordon was born on January 17, 1714[3].
  • Thomas Gordon died on January 17, 1797[4].
  • Thomas Gordon worked as a philosopher[5].
  • Thomas Gordon worked as a mathematician[6].
  • Thomas Gordon was educated at University of Aberdeen[8].
  • Thomas Gordon received the Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[9].
  • Thomas Gordon was a member of Royal Society of Edinburgh[10].
  • Thomas Gordon is recorded as male[11].
  • Thomas Gordon's instance of is recorded as human[12].
  • Thomas Gordon's family name is recorded as Gordon[13].
  • Thomas Gordon's given name is recorded as Thomas[14].

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Origins and Family

Thomas Gordon was born in Aberdeen[2]. He was born on January 17, 1714[3].

Education

Thomas Gordon's education included a stint at University of Aberdeen[8].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include philosopher[5] and mathematician[6].

Recognition

Thomas Gordon received the Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[9].

Death and Burial

Thomas Gordon died on January 17, 1797[4].

Why It Matters

Thomas Gordon ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (5 views/month, #7,299 of 1,000,298).[7]

FAQs

Where was Thomas Gordon born?

Thomas Gordon's place of birth was Aberdeen[2].

What did Thomas Gordon do for work?

Thomas Gordon worked as philosopher[5] and mathematician[6].

Where did Thomas Gordon go to school?

Thomas Gordon was educated at University of Aberdeen[8].

What awards did Thomas Gordon receive?

Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[9].

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  1. 7w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-08-05 view diff on Wikidata ↗
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    Place of birth → Aberdeen
    Educated at → University of Aberdeen
    Oxford dictionary of national biography id → 65015
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