Gustave Eiffel
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| Alexandre Gustave Eiffel | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 15, 1832 Dijon, Côte-d'Or, France |
| Died | December 27, 1923 (aged 91) Rue Rabelais in Paris |
| Nationality | French |
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel (December 15, 1832 – December 27, 1923; French pronunciation: [efɛl], how to say: /ˈaɪfəl/) was a French structural engineer and architect. He is known for designing the Eiffel Tower. He also designed the armature (supporting framework) for the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, United States.