David Forbes
Manx scientist
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Summary
David Forbes was born on 1825[1] in Douglas[2]. He died on January 1, 1876[3], in London[4]. He worked as a chemist[5], geologist[6], and metallurgist[7].
Key Facts
- Date of birth: January 1, 1828[8]
- Date of death: December 5, 1876[9]
- Place of burial: Kensal Green Cemetery[10]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[11]
- Educated at: University of Edinburgh[12]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[13]
- Member of: Royal Society[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Family name: Forbes[16]
- Given name: David[17]
- Described by source: Nordisk familjebok[18], Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[19], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[20]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[21]
- Sibling: Edward Forbes[22]
- Writing language: English[23]
- P14397: 1678[24]
FAQs
Where was David Forbes born?
David Forbes was born in Douglas[2].
Where did David Forbes die?
David Forbes passed away in London[4].
What did David Forbes do for work?
David Forbes worked as a chemist[5], geologist[6], and metallurgist[7].
Where did David Forbes go to school?
David Forbes was educated at University of Edinburgh[12].
What awards did David Forbes receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[13].