Gordon Leith

Gordon Leith (1886–1964) was an architect.

Also recorded as George Esselmont Gordon Leith; George Esslemont Gordon Leith.

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Overview

Born at Knysna in 1886, died in 1964.

In detail

Gordon Leith studied at Architectural Association School of Architecture, British School at Rome and British School at Athens. training under Herbert Baker is recorded.

Employment is recorded with Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Membership is recorded of Royal Institute of British Architects and South African Institute of Architects.

Distinctions recorded are Military Cross, Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects and honorary doctor of the University of the Witwatersrand.

Sources

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    “Gordon Leith”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q43371216: Gordon Leith

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