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Major General Sir Alexander Cunningham KCIE CSI (23 January 1814 – 28 November 1893) was a British Army engineer with the Bengal Sappers who later took an interest in the history and archaeology of India.
Sir Alexander Cunningham (1814-1893) was the founding head of the Archaeological Survey of India [ASI] and the first person to really put Harappa on the world archaeological map.
Sir Alexander Cunningham (born Jan. 23, 1814, London, Eng.—died Nov. 28, 1893, London) was a British army officer and archaeologist who excavated many sites in India, including Sārnāth and Sānchi, and served as the first director of the Indian Archaeological Survey.
Oct 4, 2023 · Why is Alexander Cunningham Known as Father of Indian Archaeology? When Cunningham shifted from the Army to the Archaeological Survey of India in 1861, he brought much-needed structure and professionalism to the fledgling field.
Jan 3, 2020 · Yet Alexander Cunningham was no historian or archaeologist. He was a British army officer whose sheer genius coupled with a love for this country and a dash of destiny led him to become the ‘founder of Indian archaeology’. Cunningham is remembered for making the most amazing and groundbreaking archaeological discoveries on the Indian subcontinent.
Jan 24, 2022 · Sir Alexander Cunningham, (1814- 1893), British army officer (Engineering Corps) turned archaeologist had excavated many sites in India, including Sārnāth and Sānchi, and served as the first...
Feb 14, 2023 · Alexander Cunningham was a British army officer and archaeologist who lived in the 19th century. He is widely considered the “Father of Indian Archaeology” due to his pioneering work in exploring and documenting the rich cultural heritage of India.
Jul 21, 2023 · By shedding light on Cunningham's significant role in shaping Indian historiography, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the reconstruction of India's historical past and the...
Jan 30, 2017 · Sir Alexander Cunningham was a British army engineer born on January 23, 1823. He took an interest in history and archaeology. At the age of 21, he was posted at Benaras (now Varanasi). Outside the city was Sarnath, a quiet retreat from the crowded city. He discovered a 145 feet high dome like structure, which he thought belonged to some maharaja.
Nov 2, 2023 · AB - The present study explores contributions and impact of Alexander Cunningham on Indian historiography with an extensive exploration of Cunningham's background, including his career, and significant achievements.
