What Happened This Year 1887

People Who Died in 1887

Mary Tyler Peabody Mann

American author and educator
Born
November 16th, 1806 218 years ago
Died
1887 138 years ago — 81 years old

An author and educator contributed significantly to the field of education in 19th-century America. Co-authored 'The First School Book' which emphasized the importance of early childhood education. Established several schools in the Boston area and worked on improving educational methodology. Advocated for the rights and education of women and children, participating in various social reform movements.

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Dinah Craik

English author and poet with 'John Halifax, Gentleman'
Born
April 20th, 1826 199 years ago
Died
1887 138 years ago — 61 years old

An English author and poet, created a significant body of work during the 19th century. 'John Halifax, Gentleman' emerged as the most celebrated novel, becoming a classic of Victorian literature. Other literary works included novels and poems that explored themes of social justice and the human experience. Also contributed to literary magazines and engaged in social discourse of the time. Her writing style combined sentimentality with keen observation, marking a distinctive voice in the literary landscape of the era.

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Ferdinand Didrichsen

Danish botanist and physicist
Born
July 3rd, 1814 211 years ago
Died
1887 138 years ago — 73 years old

Contributed to the fields of botany and physics in Denmark. Conducted significant research in plant physiology and made advancements in the understanding of plant functions. Published numerous papers that detailed findings in various botanical studies. Engaged in the exploration of the interaction between light and plant growth, which provided valuable insights into the mechanics of photosynthesis.

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James Buchanan Eads

Engineer and designer of Eads Bridge
Born
May 23rd, 1820 205 years ago
Died
1887 138 years ago — 67 years old

An American engineer, significant contributions included the design and construction of the Eads Bridge, completed in 1874, which spanned the Mississippi River at St. Louis. Eads also played a crucial role in developing steam-powered ironclad warships during the Civil War and worked on various other engineering projects, focusing on river navigation and flood control. His innovations in engineering set new standards in the field.

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