Hiram Maxim

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As per our current Database, Hiram Maxim is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).

🎂 Hiram Maxim - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Hiram Maxim is 184 years, 10 months and 17 days old. Hiram Maxim will celebrate 185rd birthday on a Wednesday 5th of February 2025. Below we countdown to Hiram Maxim upcoming birthday.

🌙 Zodiac

Hiram Maxim’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Hiram Maxim was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.

About

Inventor of the rapid-firing machine gun that revolutionized warfare.

Before Fame

He worked at an engineering plant in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, making small inventions on the side.

Trivia

He invented the machine gun after a man at a Paris exhibition said, "If you wanted to make a lot of money, invent something that will enable these Europeans to cut each other's throats with greater facility." That was all the inspiration he needed.

Family Life

He married Jane Budden in 1867. One of their sons, Stevens Maxim, was an American radio pioneer.

Associated With

He and Samuel Colt both contributed iconic firearms to history.

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