Ernest Cushing Richardson

Ernest Cushing Richardson (February 9, 1860 - June 3, 1939) was an American librarian, theologian and scholar. Throughout his life Richardson strived to make advances in cataloging systems and increased access to necessary research materials in U.S. libraries. He was named one of the "100 Most Important Leaders [Librarians] had in the 20th Century" by American Libraries in 1999.

Personal facts

Birth dateFebruary 09, 1860
Birth nameErnest Cushing Richardson
Birth place
Woburn Massachusetts
Nationality
United States
cause of death
Angina pectoris
Date of deathJune 03, 1939
Place of death
Old Lyme Connecticut
Resting place
Lyme Connecticut
Education
Amherst College
Hometown
Woburn Massachusetts
Known for
Library science
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