thornton

• Имя собственное, относящееся к американскому архитектору, жившему с 1759 по 1828 год.

A proper noun referring to an American architect who lived from 1759 to 1828.

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1. C1formalamerican

   William Thornton (1759-1828), an American architect, physician, and inventor, best known for designing the United States Capitol building.

   Американский архитектор

   • Thornton's design for the Capitol was selected by President George Washington.
   • The architect Thornton also served as the first Superintendent of the United States Patent Office.
   • Thornton's work significantly influenced early American architecture.