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Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.

1876 – 1948

American entomologist

Entomologist Dipterologist
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About Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.

Lived 1876 – 1948 (aged 71). Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. was an American entomologist and dipterologist.

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Important facts

Born
18 December 1876, Philadelphia
Birth century
19th century
Died
8 April 1948, Swarthmore
Occupation
Entomologist, dipterologist
Nationality
United States
Education
Drexel University, University of California
Awards
Honorary member
Also known as
Ezra Townsend jun. Cresson, Ezra Townsend Cresson Jr., Ezra T. Cresson, Jr., Ezra Townsend Cresson, Junior
moreE. T. Cresson Jr.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.?

American entomologist (1876–1948)

When was Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. born?

Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. was born on 18 December 1876 in Philadelphia.

When did Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. die?

Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. died on 8 April 1948 in Swarthmore.

What was Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.'s occupation?

Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. was an entomologist and dipterologist.

What nationality was Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.?

Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ezra Townsend Cresson, Jr.

· Wikidata: Q22104762

· DBpedia: Ezra Townsend Cresson Jr.

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