Gordon W. Burnham Explained

Gordon Webster Burnham (18031885) was an American businessman.[1]

Early life and education

He was born in Hampton, Connecticut, the son of Jedediah Burnham and Phebe (Martin) Burnham.[2]

Career

Burnham was a successful businessman, involved in the brass industry in Waterbury, Connecticut, and in New York City.[3]

Legacy

He donated a large bronze statue of Thomas Church Brownell to Trinity College and the Statue of Daniel Webster (New York City) in Central Park in 1876.

Notes and References

  1. News: GORDON W. BURNHAM DEAD; HE EXPIRES PEACEFULLY SURROUNDED BY HIS FAMILY. . The New York Times. March 19, 1885.
  2. Web site: Gordon Webster Burnham . Waterbury Thoughts.
  3. Web site: Gordon Webster Burnham . American Silversmiths.

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