Henry Steel Olcott
U.S. Army officer; founder of Theosophy (1832-1907)
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Summary
Henry Steel Olcott was born on August 2, 1832[1], in Orange[2]. He died on February 17, 1907[3], in Adyar[4]. He worked as a writer[5], lawyer[6], jurist[7], and journalist[8]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,820 views/month, #7,081 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Educated at: Columbia University[11]
- Religion or worldview: Theravāda[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Commons category: Henry Steel Olcott[14]
- Military, police or special rank: colonel[15]
- Family name: Olcott[16]
- Given name: Henry[17]
- Topic's main category: Category:Henry Steel Olcott[18]
- Commons gallery: Henry Steel Olcott[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[20]
- Name in native language: Henry Steel Olcott[21]
- Writing language: English[22]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[23]
Why It Matters
Henry Steel Olcott has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[24] He is known by 28 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Henry Steel Olcott born?
Henry Steel Olcott was born in Orange[2].
Where did Henry Steel Olcott die?
Henry Steel Olcott died in Adyar[4].
What did Henry Steel Olcott do for work?
Henry Steel Olcott worked as a writer[5], lawyer[6], jurist[7], and journalist[8].
Where did Henry Steel Olcott go to school?
Henry Steel Olcott was educated at Columbia University[11].