Alexander Cummings

1810–1879 (age 69)

Inventor

Photograph of Alexander Cummings

About Alexander Cummings

Alexander Cummings (1810–1879) lived to age 69. They were an inventor. Born in Williamsport, they died in Ottawa. They are buried at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Pennsylvania.

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