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Geo. R. Maxwell

Photograph of Geo. R. Maxwell Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Geo. R.
Surname
Maxwell
Occupation
Gen.

The Name Geo.

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The Maxwell Surname

Origin
Scottish
Meaning
A person from Maxwell, a place meaning 'Maccus's well' or 'great well.'
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Library of Congress

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