James Howard Gore

He is the author of nearly 20 books covering topics including mathematics, geodesy, European politics, travel and art.

Each of these societies are related to the royal parties of Belgium and the Netherlands and are generally bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated dedication and commitment towards these respective areas.

From an early age, Gore displayed interest in the sciences and mathematics and often read scientific literature.

Throughout his time teaching at George Washington University, Gore lived not too far away in a neighborhood frequented by today's students in Friendship Heights, Maryland.

Outside of his teaching career, Gore wrote several publications, including Geodesy; Elements of Geodesy; History of Geodesy; Physical Geography; Parliamentary Law; German Science Reader; Editor of German Texts; Political Parties and Party Policies in Germany; Dutch Art as Seen by a Layman; How to See Holland; Holland as Seen by an American; Legionnaires: A Directory of the Citizens of the United States of whom France has conferred her National Order, the Legion of Honor.