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John Wolfe Ambrose | |
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 John Wolfe Ambrose, c. 1880s. | |
| Born | 10 January 1838 Newcastle West |
| Died | 15 May 1899 (aged 61) |
| Resting place | Green-Wood Cemetery |
| Occupation | Civil engineer |
John Wolfe Ambrose (January 10, 1838 – May 15, 1899) was an Irish-American engineer and developer. He is best known for guiding the development of sea channels within and leading into New York Harbor, ensuring New York's position as a center of world trade and shipping. He also implemented other large-scale improvements of the city's sanitation, road, and rail systems.