About William Franklin Wight
Lived 1874 – 1954 (aged 79–80). William Franklin Wight was an American botanist and explorer.
William Franklin Wight (born 18 June 1874 in Allegan, Michigan - died 2 February 1954) was an American botanist. Wight studied at Michigan State College and Stanford University.
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Who was William Franklin Wight?
American botanist (1874-1954)
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William Franklin Wight was born on 8 June 1874 in Allegan.
When did William Franklin Wight die?
William Franklin Wight died in 1954.
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William Franklin Wight was a botanist and explorer.
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William Franklin Wight was American.
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