Richard Russell Waldron, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Richard Russell Waldron

American explorer

Date of Birth: 28-Mar-1803

Date of Death: 30-Oct-1846

Profession: oceanographer, explorer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Richard Russell Waldron was a purser "and special agent" in the Wilkes Expedition, together with younger brother Thomas Westbrook Waldron (consul).
Several landmarks were named after him or his brother.
After the expedition was completed Waldron enjoyed some popularity and influence in Washington, D.C.