Compton, Alfred G. (Alfred George), 1835-1913

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Born in London in 1853 and brought to New York City in 1842. Attended public schools and was a member of the first graduating class of the Free Academy of New York (later City College). Although drawn to engineering, he accepted a Tutorship at the Academy and taught a variety of subjects. During the Civil War he worked on fortifications. In 1869 he was appointed Professor of Applied Mathematics. Retired in 1911. The College's engineering program may be traced to his classes in Shop Practice, Surveying, Pattern Making and Forge and Foundry. His wide culture, strong personality nad interest in his students made him one of the most notable persons associated with the College during its first sixty years.

From the description of Papers, 1853-1955 1858-1903. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122506003

Engineer, Professor.

Compton was an alumnus of the Free Academy, Class of 1853, and a Professor of Physics at City College.

From the description of Papers, 1853-1965. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155502352

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Death 1913

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