John Speed

physician and antiquarian
Person human Q18821806
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John Speed

Summary

John Speed is a human[1]. He was born on September 7, 1703[2]. He died on March 5, 1781[3]. He worked as a physician[4] and antiquarian[5].

Key Facts

  • John Speed was born on September 7, 1703[2].
  • John Speed died on March 5, 1781[3].
  • John Speed held citizenship in Kingdom of England[6].
  • John Speed held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[7].
  • John Speed worked as a physician[4].
  • John Speed's professions included antiquarian[5].
  • John Speed is recorded as male[8].
  • John Speed's instance of is recorded as human[9].
  • John Speed's given name is recorded as John[10].
  • John Speed's relative is recorded as John Speed[11].

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Origins and Family

John Speed was born on September 7, 1703[2].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include physician[4] and antiquarian[5].

Death and Burial

John Speed died on March 5, 1781[3].

FAQs

What did John Speed do for work?

John Speed worked as physician[4] and antiquarian[5].

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