Alexander William Williamson
Chemist
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Prof Alexander William Williamson FRS FRSE PCS MRIA was an English chemist. He is best known today for the Williamson ether synthesis. Wikipedia
Born: May 1, 1824, Wandsworth, London, United Kingdom
Died: May 6, 1904 (age 80 years), Hindhead, United Kingdom
Education: University of Giessen
Award: Royal Medal (1862)
Known for: Synthesis of ethers