John Murray

science writer, lecturer, traveller and Scriptural geologist
Person human Q6249961
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John Murray

Summary

John Murray is a human[1]. He was born in Stranraer[2]. He was born on January 1, 1786[3]. He died on January 1, 1851[4]. He worked as an author[5], docent[6], and geologist[7].

Key Facts

  • Born in Stranraer[2], John Murray…
  • John Murray was born on January 1, 1786[3].
  • John Murray died on January 1, 1851[4].
  • John Murray held citizenship in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[8].
  • John Murray held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[9].
  • John Murray worked as an author[5].
  • John Murray's professions included docent[6].
  • John Murray's professions included geologist[7].
  • John Murray received the Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[10].
  • John Murray is recorded as male[11].
  • John Murray's instance of is recorded as human[12].
  • John Murray's family name is recorded as Murray[13].
  • John Murray's given name is recorded as John[14].
  • John Murray's described by source is recorded as Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[15].

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Origins and Family

John Murray's place of birth was Stranraer[2]. He was born on January 1, 1786[3].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include author[5], docent[6], and geologist[7].

Recognition

John Murray received the Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[10].

Death and Burial

John Murray died on January 1, 1851[4].

FAQs

Where was John Murray born?

Born in Stranraer[2], John Murray…

What did John Murray do for work?

John Murray worked as author[5], docent[6], and geologist[7].

What awards did John Murray receive?

Honors received include Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[10].

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  1. 6w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-08-05 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Languages spoken, written or signed Q1860
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  2. 12w ago · Pigsonthewing · 2026-06-21 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Worldcat entities id E39PBJvRPBctbGThVCKwdwF7pP
    Award received Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries
    Family name Murray
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