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About William Gordon

Birth

1784

Death

1858

Vice-Admiral William Gordon was a Scottish naval commander and Tory politician.

William Gordon was a prominent 19th-century British naval commander and Tory politician.

His most recognized work analyzes the rise and establishment of the independence of the United States.

Throughout his career, Gordon was the author of a prolific literary output totaling 64 works.

His writings cover a surprising variety of topics, ranging from medicine and biology to murder trials.

The author dedicated part of his scientific research to the study of the pathogenesis of tuberculosis.