Sir Edward Frankland, FRS (January 18, 1825 - August 9, 1899) was an English chemist, one of the foremost of his day. He was an expert in water quality and analysis, and originated the concept of combining power, or valence, in chemistry. He was also one of the originators of organometallic chemistry. Wikipedia
It is with great regret that we announce the death of Sir Edward Frankland, which took place on Wednesday in Norway, where he had gone to indulge in his favourite pastime of salmon fishing. members.cox.net/ggtext/edwardfrankland1825_obit.html
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Edward was born on 18 January 1825, the son of Margaret Frankland, and Edward Chaddock Gorst, at Churchtown, Garstang, Lancashire. members.cox.net/ggthomp/edwardfrankland1825.html
