About Fu Hua Chen
Lived 1912 – 1999 (aged 86). Fu Hua Chen was an American engineer.
Fu Hua Chen (July 21, 1912 – March 4, 1999) was a Chinese engineer who was a pioneer of soil engineering. Born in Fu Zhou, Fu Jain, China, he was the chief engineer of the Burma Road. He arrived in the United States in 1957 where he set up his own firm. Countless structures from single dwellings to skyscrapers, from long-span bridges to dams rest firmly on foundation systems designed in accordance with requirements set forth by Chen.
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Who was Fu Hua Chen?
engineer from China
When was Fu Hua Chen born?
Fu Hua Chen was born on 21 July 1912 in Fuzhou.
When did Fu Hua Chen die?
Fu Hua Chen died on 4 March 1999.
What was Fu Hua Chen's occupation?
Fu Hua Chen was an engineer.
What nationality was Fu Hua Chen?
Fu Hua Chen was American.
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