John Biscoe
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Summary
John Biscoe was born on June 28, 1794[1], in Enfield[2]. He died on January 1, 1843[3], in World Ocean[4]. He worked as an explorer[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (114 views/month, #7,293 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[7], Kingdom of Great Britain[8]
- Award received: Founder’s Medal[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Family name: Biscoe[11]
- Given name: John[12]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[13]
- P14397: 457[14]
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Works and Contributions
Things named for John Biscoe include Biscoe Islands[15], an island group[16] and Biscoe Bay[17], a bay[18].
Why It Matters
John Biscoe has Wikipedia articles in 16 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[19] He is known by 9 alternative names across languages and contexts.[20]
He is credited with the discovery of Adelaide Island[21], an island[22] and Anvers Island[23], an island[24]. Entities named for him include Biscoe Islands[15], an island group[16] and Biscoe Bay[17], a bay[18].
FAQs
Where was John Biscoe born?
John Biscoe was born in Enfield[2].
Where did John Biscoe die?
John Biscoe passed away in World Ocean[4].
What did John Biscoe do for work?
John Biscoe worked as an explorer[5].
What awards did John Biscoe receive?
Honors received include Founder’s Medal[9].
What did John Biscoe discover?
John Biscoe is credited as discoverer of Adelaide Island[21] and Anvers Island[23].