Background

Austen, Peter Townsend was born on September 10, 1852 in Clifton, Staten Island, New York, United States. Son of John H. and Elizabeth (Townsend) Austen.

Education

Studied chemistry, University of Berlin, 3 years

Achievements

• Peter Townsend Austen has been listed as a noteworthy chemist by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Father:

John H. Austen

Mother:

Elizabeth (Townsend) Austen