Alexander Gordon Laing

Alexander Gordon Laing was born on December 27, 1793 in Scotland. The first European explorer to reach the fabled city of Timbuktu.
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As per our current Database, Alexander Gordon Laing has been died on Sep 26, 1826 (age 32).

๐ŸŽ‚ Alexander Gordon Laing - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Alexander Gordon Laing die, Alexander Gordon Laing was 32 years old.

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Occupation Explorer
Age 32 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born December 27, 1793 (Scotland)
Birthday December 27
Town/City Scotland
Nationality Scotland

๐ŸŒ™ Zodiac

Alexander Gordon Laingโ€™s zodiac sign is Capricorn. According to astrologers, Capricorn is a sign that represents time and responsibility, and its representatives are traditional and often very serious by nature. These individuals possess an inner state of independence that enables significant progress both in their personal and professional lives. They are masters of self-control and have the ability to lead the way, make solid and realistic plans, and manage many people who work for them at any time. They will learn from their mistakes and get to the top based solely on their experience and expertise.

๐ŸŒ™ Chinese Zodiac Signs

Alexander Gordon Laing was born in the Year of the Ox. Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal-oriented leader, detail-oriented, hard-working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure. Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible with Snake or Rooster.

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About

The first European Explorer to reach the fabled city of Timbuktu.

Before Fame

He was commissioned by the President of the African Association to travel along the Niger river to find its delta, which is how he came upon Timbuktu.

Trivia

He never made it out of Timbuktu alive. He was murdered on his way out.

Family Life

His father was a private Teacher of the classics.

Associated With

Two years after his attempt, Rene Caillie reached Timbuktu and made it out alive.

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