Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth

Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth (1767–1823) was a Swiss politician, scientist and engineer.

Also recorded as Hans Konrad Escher von der Linth.

Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth in brief

Born
1767
Died
1823
Known for
politician, scientist, engineer, polymath, entrepreneur, painter and cartographer
Place of birth
Zurich
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Overview

Born at Zurich in 1767, died at Zurich in 1823.

In detail

the recorded working language is German.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Zurich. Positions recorded include minister of war. Membership is recorded of German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.

Sources

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    “Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q115835: Hans Conrad Escher von der Linth

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