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Alexander C. Monteith

1902 – 1979

Canadian electrical engineer

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About Alexander C. Monteith

Lived 1902 – 1979 (aged 77). Alexander C. Monteith was an engineer and entrepreneur.

Alexander Crawford Monteith (April 10, 1902 – September 17, 1979) was a Senior Vice-President of the Westinghouse Electric Corporation, and for more than forty years a leader in the development of electric power systems.

Monteith received his education in electrical engineering at Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario.

He started as a Central Station Engineer and became Senior Vice-President of Westinghouse, and President the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE), and President of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association. He was an Honorary Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and a Fellow of the IEEE. He received the IEEE Edison Medal in 1962. He was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 1965.

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Awards
Edison Medal; IEEE Fellow; IEEE Edison Medal
Also known as
Alexander Crawford Monteith

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander C. Monteith?

Canadian electrical engineer (1902-1979)

When was Alexander C. Monteith born?

Alexander C. Monteith was born on 10 April 1902 in Bluewater.

When did Alexander C. Monteith die?

Alexander C. Monteith died on 17 September 1979 in Orleans.

What was Alexander C. Monteith's occupation?

Alexander C. Monteith was an engineer and entrepreneur.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander C. Monteith

· Wikidata: Q4718491

· DBpedia: Alexander C. Monteith

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