About William Wellington Greener
Lived 1834 – 1921 (aged 86–87). William Wellington Greener was a British gunsmith and entrepreneur, known for W. W. Greener.
William Wellington Greener (1834–1921) was an English gunsmith, the founder of the W. W. Greener company. He was also an author of books on guns, many of which went through multiple editions, most notably The Gun and Its Development (first published 1881; 9th edition 1910; subsequently reprinted 1972, 1989, 2002).
He was the son of the gunsmith William Greener (1806-1869).
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Who was William Wellington Greener?
British gunsmith
When was William Wellington Greener born?
William Wellington Greener was born in 1834.
When did William Wellington Greener die?
William Wellington Greener died in 1921.
What was William Wellington Greener's occupation?
William Wellington Greener was a gunsmith and entrepreneur.
What was William Wellington Greener known for?
William Wellington Greener was known for W. W. Greener.
What nationality was William Wellington Greener?
William Wellington Greener was British.
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