Frank Furness
Philadelphia architect and United States Army Medal of Honor recipient (1839-1912)
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Summary
Frank Furness was born on November 12, 1839[1], in Philadelphia[2]. He died on June 27, 1912[3], in Upper Providence Township[4]. He worked as an architect[5]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (745 views/month, #7,226 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Laurel Hill Cemetery[7]
- Father: William Henry Furness[8]
- Country of citizenship: United States[9]
- Student: Louis Sullivan[10]
- Award received: Medal of Honor[11]
- Member of: American Institute of Architects[12], AIA Philadelphia[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Military branch: United States Army[15]
- Commons category: Frank Furness[16]
- Military, police or special rank: captain[17]
- Archives at: Athenaeum of Philadelphia[18]
- Participated in conflict: American Civil War[19], Battle of Brandy Station[20], Battle of Gettysburg[21], Battle of Trevilian Station[22]
- Family name: Furness[23]
- Given name: Frank[24]
- Student of: Richard Morris Hunt[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[26]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[27]
- Artist files at: National Gallery of Art Library[28]
Why It Matters
Frank Furness has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Frank Furness born?
Frank Furness's place of birth was Philadelphia[2].
Where did Frank Furness die?
Frank Furness died in Upper Providence Township[4].
Who were Frank Furness's parents?
Frank Furness's father was William Henry Furness[8].
What did Frank Furness do for work?
Frank Furness worked as an architect[5].
What awards did Frank Furness receive?
Honors received include Medal of Honor[11].