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Andrew Barclay

1849 – 1943

Scottish mathematician

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About Andrew Barclay

Lived 1849 – 1943 (aged 93–94). Andrew Barclay was a mathematician, known for Edinburgh Mathematical Society.

Andrew Jeffrey Gunion Barclay (19 April 1849 – 15 September 1943) was a Scottish mathematician, known for being one of the founders of the Edinburgh Mathematical Society.

Life and work Barclay studied at University of Edinburgh where he graduated in mathematics in 1880. Then he was professor of mathematics at George Watson's College (Edinburgh) and at High School of Glasgow. He retired in 1914 and went to reside in London with a son.

Barclay, with Alexander Yule Fraser and Cargill Gilston Knott, issued in January 1883 a circular calling for a Mathematical Society. That year the Edinburgh Mathematical Society was founded and Barclay became its president in 1884.

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Important facts

Born
1849, Hawick
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 September 1943, London
Occupation
Mathematician
Known for
Edinburgh Mathematical Society
Education
University of Edinburgh
Positions held
Chairperson
Employers
George Watson's College, High School of Glasgow
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh
Also known as
Andrew JG Barclay, Andrew Jeffrey Gunion Barclay

People in Andrew Barclay's life

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Alexander Yule Fraser
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Alexander Yule
1830 – 1907
Civil servant

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Andrew Barclay?

Scottish mathematician

When was Andrew Barclay born?

Andrew Barclay was born in 1849 in Hawick.

When did Andrew Barclay die?

Andrew Barclay died on 15 September 1943 in London.

What was Andrew Barclay's occupation?

Andrew Barclay was a mathematician.

What was Andrew Barclay known for?

Andrew Barclay was known for Edinburgh Mathematical Society.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andrew Barclay

· Wikidata: Q37730622

· DBpedia: Andrew Barclay (mathematician)

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