William Swan

Scottish physicist (1818-1894)
Person human Q15994773
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William Swan

Summary

William Swan is a human[1]. He was born on March 13, 1818[2]. He died on March 1, 1894[3]. He worked as a physicist[4]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[5]

Key Facts

  • William Swan was born on March 13, 1818[2].
  • William Swan died on March 1, 1894[3].
  • William Swan's professions included physicist[4].
  • William Swan is recorded as male[6].
  • William Swan's instance of is recorded as human[7].
  • William Swan's family name is recorded as Swan[8].
  • William Swan's given name is recorded as William[9].
  • William Swan's described by source is recorded as Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[10].

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Origins and Family

William Swan was born on March 13, 1818[2].

Career and Affiliations

William Swan worked as a physicist[4].

Death and Burial

William Swan died on March 1, 1894[3].

Why It Matters

William Swan is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[5]

FAQs

What did William Swan do for work?

William Swan worked as physicist[4].

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