Alexandre Eiffel
French chemical engineer and architect (1832–1923)
1832 — 1923
Quick Facts
Profession
French chemical engineer and architect (1832–1923)
Born
December 15, 1832
Died
1923 (age ~91)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
architect, engineer, entrepreneur
FranceBorn in DijonDied in Paris
1832
Born in Dijon (1832-12-15)
1878
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1889
Positionpresident (1889–1889)
1889
AwardOfficer of the Legion of Honour
1912
AwardFourneyron prize
1913
AwardLangley Gold Medal
About
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel was a French civil engineer. A graduate of École Centrale des Arts et Manufactures, he made his name with various bridges for the French railway network, most famously the Garabit Viaduct. He is best known for the Eiffel Tower, designed by his company and built for the 1889 Universal Exposition in Paris, and his contribution to building the Statue of Liberty in New York. After his retirement from engineering, Eiffel focused on research into meteorology and aerodynamics, making significant contributions in both fields.
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Who is Alexandre Eiffel?+
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel was a French civil engineer. A graduate of École Centrale des Arts et Manufactures, he made his name with various bridges for the French railway network, most famously the Garabit Viaduct. He is best known for the Eiffel Tower, designed by his company and built for the 1889
What does the name Alexandre mean?+
The name Alexandre means "A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.". It is of French origin.
When was Alexandre Eiffel born?+
Alexandre Eiffel was born on December 15, 1832.
When did Alexandre Eiffel die?+
Alexandre Eiffel died in 1923, at approximately 91 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.
The name Alexandre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French or Portuguese, equivalent to English Alexander.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alexandre and Alexandre.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alexandre — December 15, 1832
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Guestbook
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
Built on your work. Hope I did it justice.
— a researcher
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