Gustave Eiffel
French chemical engineer and architect (1832–1923)
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel (December 15, 1832 – December 27, 1923; French pronunciation: [efɛl], English: /ˈaɪfəl/) was a French structural engineer and architect. He is known for designing the Eiffel Tower. He also designed the armature (supporting framework) for the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, United States.[1][2]
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel | |
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Died | 27 December 1923 Rue Rabelais, Paris, France | (aged 91)
Nationality | French |
References
change- ↑ "Gustave Eiffel | French engineer". Encyclopedia Britannica. Retrieved 2021-07-06.
- ↑ "Alexandre Gustave Eiffel: Magician of Iron". interestingengineering.com. 2017-12-09. Archived from the original on 2021-07-09. Retrieved 2021-07-06.