John Wilson

Scottish poet (1720-1789)
Person human Q18917548
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John Wilson

Summary

John Wilson is a human[1]. He was born on 1720[2]. He died on 1789[3]. He worked as a poet[4]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[5]

Key Facts

  • John Wilson was born on 1720[2].
  • John Wilson died on 1789[3].
  • John Wilson held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[6].
  • John Wilson worked as a poet[4].
  • John Wilson is recorded as male[7].
  • John Wilson's instance of is recorded as human[8].
  • John Wilson's family name is recorded as Wilson[9].
  • John Wilson's given name is recorded as John[10].
  • John Wilson's described by source is recorded as Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[11].

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Origins and Family

John Wilson was born on 1720[2].

Career and Affiliations

John Wilson worked as a poet[4].

Death and Burial

John Wilson died on 1789[3].

Why It Matters

John Wilson is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[5]

FAQs

What did John Wilson do for work?

John Wilson worked as poet[4].

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  1. 6w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-08-05 view diff on Wikidata ↗
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