William Davies Evans (1790 –1872) (jan 27, 1790 – aug 3, 1872)
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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.
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Date:
jan 27, 1790
aug 3, 1872
~ 82 years