Abraham Pineo Gesner (May 2, 1797 – April 29, 1864) was a Nova Scotian and New Brunswickan physician and geologist who invented kerosene. Gesner was born in Cornwallis, Nova Scotia (now called Chipmans Corner) and lived much of his life in Saint John, New Brunswick. He died in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He was an influential figure in the development of the study of Canadian geology and natural history.
Abraham Gesner
Inventor of kerosene
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Inventor of kerosene
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Abraham Gesner dies
Abraham Gesner inventor of kerosene, known for inventor of kerosene, died on 1864-04-29.
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- When was Abraham Gesner born?
- Abraham Gesner was born on 1797-04-29.
- What is Abraham Gesner known for?
- Inventor of kerosene
- What historical events involved Abraham Gesner?
- Abraham Gesner was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Abraham Gesner dies.
- When did Abraham Gesner die?
- Abraham Gesner died on 1864-01-01.