John Newton

English mathematician and astronomer (1622-1678)
Person human Q3182168
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John Newton

Summary

John Newton is a human[1]. He was born on January 1, 1622[2]. He died on 1678[3]. He worked as an astronomer[4] and mathematician[5]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]

Key Facts

  • John Newton was born on January 1, 1622[2].
  • John Newton died on 1678[3].
  • John Newton held citizenship in Kingdom of England[7].
  • John Newton worked as an astronomer[4].
  • John Newton's professions included mathematician[5].
  • John Newton is recorded as male[8].
  • John Newton's instance of is recorded as human[9].
  • John Newton's family name is recorded as Newton[10].
  • John Newton's given name is recorded as John[11].
  • John Newton's described by source is recorded as Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[12].

Body

Origins and Family

John Newton was born on January 1, 1622[2].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include astronomer[4] and mathematician[5].

Death and Burial

John Newton died on 1678[3].

Why It Matters

John Newton is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]

FAQs

What did John Newton do for work?

John Newton worked as astronomer[4] and mathematician[5].

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  2. 9w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-07-23 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Idref id → 201848163
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