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George Frederick Cruchley

1797 – 1880

English map-maker, engraver and publisher

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About George Frederick Cruchley

Lived 1797 – 1880 (aged 82–83). George Frederick Cruchley was a map engraver, map maker, map publisher, printer and publisher.

Cruchley's Railway Map of the County of Cornwall &c., c. 1850. George Frederick Cruchley (1797–1880) was an English map-maker, engraver and publisher based in London.

Selected publications London guide: A handbook for strangers &c. London: G.F. Cruchley, 1862.

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Important facts

Born
1797, London
Birth century
18th century
Died
1880
Occupation
Map engraver, map maker, map publisher, printer, publisher
Also known as
Cruchley, G. F.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Frederick Cruchley?

English map-maker, engraver and publisher

When was George Frederick Cruchley born?

George Frederick Cruchley was born in 1797 in London.

When did George Frederick Cruchley die?

George Frederick Cruchley died in 1880.

What was George Frederick Cruchley's occupation?

George Frederick Cruchley was a map engraver, map maker, map publisher, printer and publisher.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Frederick Cruchley

· Wikidata: Q28474186

· DBpedia: George Frederick Cruchley

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