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William Francis de Vismes Kane

1840 – 1918

English entomologist

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About William Francis de Vismes Kane

Lived 1840 – 1918 (aged 77–78). William Francis de Vismes Kane was a British entomologist.

William Francis de Vismes Kane (9 April 1840 – 18 April 1918)

Early life and family Born in Exmouth, Devon, England, Kane attended school in London and Gloucester His father was Joseph Kane, and his mother was French.

Career He was appointed Sheriff of Monaghan, the British monarch's representative in the county, in 1865. His friend, British entomologist George Herbert Carpenter, said Kane possessed "vigour and energy to the very end of his long life", describing Kane as a "delightful companion in natural history field-work, knowing much about many subjects and ready to convey information to all who consulted him".

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Important facts

Born
1840, Exmouth
Birth century
19th century
Died
1918
Occupation
Entomologist
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Also known as
Kane, W. F. de Vismes, Vismes Kane, W. F. de, W. F. de V. Kane, W. F. de Vismes Kane
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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Francis de Vismes Kane?

English entomologist (1840 – 1918)

When was William Francis de Vismes Kane born?

William Francis de Vismes Kane was born in 1840 in Exmouth.

When did William Francis de Vismes Kane die?

William Francis de Vismes Kane died in 1918.

What was William Francis de Vismes Kane's occupation?

William Francis de Vismes Kane was an entomologist.

What nationality was William Francis de Vismes Kane?

William Francis de Vismes Kane was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Francis de Vismes Kane

· Wikidata: Q3568623

· DBpedia: William Francis de Vismes Kane

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