Hiram Bingham III
American academic, explorer, treasure hunter and politician (1875–1956)
1875 — 1956
Quick Facts
Profession
American academic, explorer, treasure hunter and politician (1875–1956)
Born
November 19, 1875
Died
1956 (age ~81)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
writer, scientist, politician
United StatesBorn in HonoluluDied in Washington, D.C.
1875
Born in Honolulu (1875-11-19)
1923
PositionLieutenant Governor of Connecticut (1923–1925)
1925
PositionUnited States senator (1925–1925)
1925
PositionUnited States senator (1925–1927)
1925
PositionGovernor of Connecticut (1925–1925)
1927
PositionUnited States senator (1927–1929)
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Hiram Bingham III was an American academic, explorer and politician. In 1911, he publicized the existence of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu which he rediscovered with the guidance of local indigenous farmers. Later, Bingham served as the 69th governor of Connecticut for a single day in 1925—the shortest term in history. He had been elected in 1924 as governor, but was also elected to the Senate and chose that position. He served as a member of the United States Senate until 1933.
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Who is Hiram Bingham III?+
Hiram Bingham III was an American academic, explorer and politician. In 1911, he publicized the existence of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu which he rediscovered with the guidance of local indigenous farmers. Later, Bingham served as the 69th governor of Connecticut for a single day in 1925—the sh
What does the name Hiram mean?+
The name Hiram means "A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Hiram Bingham III born?+
Hiram Bingham III was born on November 19, 1875.
When did Hiram Bingham III die?+
Hiram Bingham III died in 1956, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.
The name Hiram is of Spanish origin, meaning "A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Hiram — November 19, 1875
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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