Alexander Forbes (1778–1862) was a 19th-century Scottish merchant, explorer, and writer. His book California: A History of Upper and Lower California, published in 1839, is perhaps the first full account in English of California. He is the brother of distinguished Scottish physician Sir John Forbes.
- Occupation
- explorer, historian, businessperson
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- 1778
- Died
- 1862
