William Bramwell Powell
American educator, author, co-founder of National Geographic Society (1836–1904) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Bramwell Powell (December 22, 1836 – February 6, 1904) was an American educator, author and superintendent of schools who co-founded the National Geographic Society.[1][2]
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William Bramwell Powell | |
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Born | (1836-12-22)December 22, 1836 |
Died | February 6, 1904(1904-02-06) (aged 67) |
Known for | Co-founder of the National Geographic Society |
Spouse | Wilhelmina Bengelstraeter Paul |
Children | Maud Powell |
Parent(s) | Mary Dean Joseph Powell |
Relatives | John Wesley Powell, brother |
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