About Henri de Dion
Lived 1828 – 1878 (aged 49). Henri de Dion was a French engineer.
Earl Henri de Dion (born near Montfort-l'Amaury on 23 December 1828, died in Paris on 13 April 1878) was a French engineer who contributed to the construction of the Eiffel Tower. He was an alumnus of the École Centrale Paris and specialised in metallic constructions, such as those of the Exposition Universelle.
His work helped in the construction of the Eiffel Tower. For his contributions to its construction, de Dion was honored by being listed as one of the 72 names on the Eiffel Tower.
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Who was Henri de Dion?
French engineer (1828-1878)
When was Henri de Dion born?
Henri de Dion was born on 21 December 1828 in Montfort-l'Amaury.
When did Henri de Dion die?
Henri de Dion died on 13 April 1878 in Paris.
What was Henri de Dion's occupation?
Henri de Dion was an engineer.
What nationality was Henri de Dion?
Henri de Dion was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Henri de Dion. https://biography.guide/henri-de-dion/
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