George Armitstead
1847–1912 (age 65)
Biography
George Armitstead applied his engineering expertise to lift Riga toward modernity, contributing to urban planning and infrastructure that helped the city thrive at the turn of the century. His leadership reflected a practical mind attuned to the needs of citizens and commerce alike.
He remains honored in the Great Cemetery as a founder of lasting civic improvements and a guiding force for engineers who followed.