William Davies Evans (1790 –1872) (27 janv. 1790 – 3 août 1872)
Description:
Was a welsh seafarer and inventor, though he is best known today as a chess player.In Chess he is known for creating the Evans Gambit.
Evans is also known for inventing tri-coloured lighting on naval vessels designed to prevent collisions at night.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
27 janv. 1790
3 août 1872
~ 82 years