Sostratus of Cnidus

Sostratus of Cnidus (300–260) was an engineer and architect.

Also recorded as Sostratus.

Sostratus of Cnidus in brief

Born
300
Died
260
Known for
engineer and architect
Place of birth
Knidos
Contents

Overview

Born at Knidos in 300, died in 260.

In detail

the recorded working language is Ancient Greek.

Works named in the authority record are Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Sostratus of Cnidus”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q445793: Sostratus of Cnidus

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