August Heckscher

Born: 26 August 1848

American philanthropist (1848-1941).

Quick Facts

Died: 1941-04-26
Occupation: entrepreneur
Citizenship: United States · German Reich
Birthplace: Hamburg

Relationships

August Heckscher is the child of Johann Gustav Heckscher.

Spouses & partners

SpouseVirginia Henry Curtiss Heckscher1930 — 1940
SpouseAnna P. Atkins

Family

FatherJohann Gustav Heckscher
ChildGustave Maurice Heckscher
ChildAntoniette Brett (née Heckscher), Viscountess Esher

Languages

Other languages

English

Sources & Credits

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