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Gustave Eiffel

civil engineer

Born: Died: French

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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French civil engineer

Gustave Eiffel's Historical Timeline

  1. Gustave Eiffel is born

    Gustave Eiffel, French civil engineer, known for french civil engineer, was born on 1832-12-15. Alexandre Gustave Eiffel was a French civil engineer.

  2. Eiffel Tower officially opens for dignitaries and an award ceremony in Paris, France; designed by Gustave Eiffel and bui

    Eiffel Tower officially opens for dignitaries and an award ceremony in Paris, France; designed by Gustave Eiffel and built for the Exposition Universelle, at 300 meters high, it holds the record for the tallest man-made structure for 41 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gustave Eiffel born?
Gustave Eiffel was born on 1832-12-15 (French).
What is Gustave Eiffel known for?
French civil engineer
What historical events involved Gustave Eiffel?
Gustave Eiffel was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Gustave Eiffel is born, Eiffel Tower officially opens for dignitaries and an award ceremony in Paris, France; designed by Gustave Eiffel and bui.
When did Gustave Eiffel die?
Gustave Eiffel died on 1923-01-01.

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