Alexander Cowan

(1775-1859)
Person human Q19861866
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Alexander Cowan

Summary

Alexander Cowan is a human[1]. His place of birth was Penicuik[2]. He was born on June 17, 1775[3]. He died on February 13, 1859[4]. He worked as a businessperson[5].

Key Facts

  • Born in Penicuik[2], Alexander Cowan…
  • Alexander Cowan was born on June 17, 1775[3].
  • Alexander Cowan died on February 13, 1859[4].
  • Burial took place at Grange Cemetery, Edinburgh[6].
  • Alexander Cowan worked as a businessperson[5].
  • Alexander Cowan's education included a stint at University of Edinburgh[7].
  • Alexander Cowan is recorded as male[8].
  • Alexander Cowan's instance of is recorded as human[9].
  • Alexander Cowan's family name is recorded as Cowan[10].
  • Alexander Cowan's given name is recorded as Alexander[11].
  • Alexander Cowan's depicted by is recorded as Alexander Cowan, 1775 - 1859. Paper-maker and philanthropist[12].

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Origins and Family

Alexander Cowan was born in Penicuik[2]. He was born on June 17, 1775[3].

Education

Alexander Cowan's education included a stint at University of Edinburgh[7].

Career and Affiliations

Alexander Cowan worked as a businessperson[5].

Death and Burial

Alexander Cowan died on February 13, 1859[4]. Burial took place at Grange Cemetery, Edinburgh[6].

FAQs

Where was Alexander Cowan born?

Alexander Cowan's place of birth was Penicuik[2].

What did Alexander Cowan do for work?

Alexander Cowan worked as businessperson[5].

Where did Alexander Cowan go to school?

Alexander Cowan was educated at University of Edinburgh[7].

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  1. 24d ago · Charles Matthews · 2026-06-12 view diff on Wikidata ↗
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    Image of grave The grave of Alexander Cowan, Grange Cemetery.JPG
    Sex or gender male
    Freebase id /m/0115lh88
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