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Clarence Preston Gillette

1859 – 1941

American entomologist

Entomologist Zoologist Scientific collector
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About Clarence Preston Gillette

Lived 1859 – 1941 (aged 81). Clarence Preston Gillette was an American entomologist, zoologist and scientific collector.

Clarence Preston Gillette (7 April 1859, in Maple Corners, Ionia County, Michigan – 4 January 1941, in Fort Collins, Colorado) was an American entomologist.

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Important facts

Born
7 April 1859, Michigan
Birth century
19th century
Died
4 January 1941
Occupation
Entomologist, zoologist, scientific collector
Nationality
United States
Also known as
C. P. Gillette, C.P. Gillette

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Clarence Preston Gillette?

American entomologist

When was Clarence Preston Gillette born?

Clarence Preston Gillette was born on 7 April 1859 in Michigan.

When did Clarence Preston Gillette die?

Clarence Preston Gillette died on 4 January 1941.

What was Clarence Preston Gillette's occupation?

Clarence Preston Gillette was an entomologist, zoologist and scientific collector.

What nationality was Clarence Preston Gillette?

Clarence Preston Gillette was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Clarence Preston Gillette

· Wikidata: Q2975574

· DBpedia: Clarence Preston Gillette

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