About Enrique Hermitte
Lived 1871 – 1955 (aged 83). Enrique Hermitte was an Argentine geologist, engineer and university teacher, known for Argentina.
Enrique Martín Hermitte (1871-1955) was an Argentine geologist who served as the first director of Servicio Geológico Minero from its founding in 1904 to 1922. He es credited with bringing to Argentina a number of talented geologists from Europe as well as supporting young Argentine geologists by employing local university students.
European geologist brought to Argentina by Hermitte include John Keidel and Walther Penck.
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Who was Enrique Hermitte?
Argentine engineer and geologist (1871-1955)
When was Enrique Hermitte born?
Enrique Hermitte was born on 24 April 1871 in Buenos Aires.
When did Enrique Hermitte die?
Enrique Hermitte died on 28 January 1955 in Buenos Aires.
What was Enrique Hermitte's occupation?
Enrique Hermitte was a geologist, engineer and university teacher.
What was Enrique Hermitte known for?
Enrique Hermitte was known for Argentina.
What nationality was Enrique Hermitte?
Enrique Hermitte was Argentine.
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