John James Abert

John James Abert (1788–1863) was an American explorer, soldier and cartographer.

Also recorded as J.J. Abert.

John James Abert in brief

Born
1788
Died
1863
Known for
explorer, soldier and cartographer
Place of birth
Shepherdstown
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Overview

Born at Shepherdstown in 1788, died at Washington, D.C. in 1863.

In detail

John James Abert studied at United States Military Academy.

Membership is recorded of American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Philosophical Society.

Work by John James Abert is recorded in the collections of Het Scheepvaartmuseum.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Sources

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    “John James Abert”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3809372: John James Abert

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