Gordon W. Burnham

Gordon Webster Burnham (1803 – 1885) was an American businessman.[1]

Early life and education

He was born in Hampton, Connecticut, the son of Jedediah Burnham and Phebe (Martin) Burnham.[2]

Career

Burnham was a successful businessman, involved in the brass industry in Waterbury, Connecticut, and in New York City.[3]

Legacy

He donated a large bronze statue of Thomas Church Brownell to Trinity College and the Statue of Daniel Webster (New York City) in Central Park in 1876.

References
  1. "GORDON W. BURNHAM DEAD; HE EXPIRES PEACEFULLY SURROUNDED BY HIS FAMILY". The New York Times. March 19, 1885.
  2. "Gordon Webster Burnham". Waterbury Thoughts.
  3. "Gordon Webster Burnham". American Silversmiths.
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