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Albert Lincoln Washburn

1911 – 2007

American geomorphologist and alpine skier

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About Albert Lincoln Washburn

Lived 1911 – 2007 (aged 95). Albert Lincoln Washburn was an American alpine skier, geomorphologist, geologist, glaciologist and skier, known for Permafrost.

Albert Lincoln "Link" Washburn (June 15, 1911 – January 30, 2007) was an American geomorphologist studying permafrost. Washburn was a proficient skier participating in the 1936 Winter Olympics. Much of his work on permafrost was done in the Canadian arctic.

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Important facts

Born

15 June 1911, New York City

Birth century

20th century

Died

30 January 2007, Seattle

Occupation

Alpine skier, geomorphologist, geologist, glaciologist, skier

Nationality

United States

Known for

Permafrost

Education

Yale University, Dartmouth College

Positions held

Commission member

Employers

Yale University

Awards

Kirk Bryan Award; Swedish Society for Anthropology and Geography

Also known as

A. Lincoln Washburn

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Albert Lincoln Washburn's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Albert Lincoln Washburn?

American geomorphologist and alpine skier

When was Albert Lincoln Washburn born?

Albert Lincoln Washburn was born on 15 June 1911 in New York City.

When did Albert Lincoln Washburn die?

Albert Lincoln Washburn died on 30 January 2007 in Seattle.

What was Albert Lincoln Washburn's occupation?

Albert Lincoln Washburn was an alpine skier, geomorphologist, geologist, glaciologist and skier.

What was Albert Lincoln Washburn known for?

Albert Lincoln Washburn was known for Permafrost.

What nationality was Albert Lincoln Washburn?

Albert Lincoln Washburn was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Albert Lincoln Washburn

· Wikidata: Q47159398

· DBpedia: Albert Lincoln Washburn

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