About Jacob Behrens
Lived 1806 – 1889 (aged 82). Jacob Behrens was a British businessperson.
Sir Jacob Behrens (20 November 1806 – 22 April 1889) was an Anglo–German textile merchant. His company, Sir Jacob Behrens & Son Ltd., was established in 1834 and still operates today. Behrens was Jewish and was a prominent member of the Anglo-Jewish Association.
Biography
Early life Born in Bad Pyrmont, Germany, into a family of merchants, Sir Jacob Behrens settled in Leeds in 1834, establishing his business there.
The businessman Behrens helped to establish the Bradford chamber of commerce.
The educator Behrens helped to reorganise Bradford Grammar School in 1871, and he helped establish the Great Horton Road Technical College in 1882.
The philanthropist Behrens was a prominent member of the Bradford Philosophical Society, and founded the Eye and Ear Hospital in Bradford.
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Who was Jacob Behrens?
Anglo-German businessman
When was Jacob Behrens born?
Jacob Behrens was born on 13 November 1806 in Bad Pyrmont.
When did Jacob Behrens die?
Jacob Behrens died on 22 April 1889 in Torquay.
What was Jacob Behrens's occupation?
Jacob Behrens was a businessperson.
What nationality was Jacob Behrens?
Jacob Behrens was British.
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