Henry Honychurch Gorringe
Henry Honychurch Gorringe (August 11, 1841 – July 7, 1885) was a United States naval officer who attained national acclaim for successfully completing the removal of Cleopatra's Needle from Alexandria, Egypt to Central Park in New York City.
Henry Honychurch Gorringe | |
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Henry Honychurch Gorringe, 1883 | |
| Born | August 11, 1841 Barbados |
| Died | July 7, 1885 (aged 43) New York City |
| Buried | Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1862–1883 |
| Rank | Lieutenant commander |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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