Alexander Heron
Alexander Heron | |
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Heron in ceremonial uniform | |
| Born | Alexander Macmillan Heron 31 July 1884 Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Died | 1971 (aged 86) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Geologist |
| Known for | 1921 Mount Everest expedition |
Alexander Macmillan Heron (31 July 1884 – 1971) was a Scottish geologist who became Director of the Geological Survey of India. He participated in the 1921 British Mount Everest reconnaissance expedition following which he produced a geological map of the Everest region of Tibet.