John Wilson

Swedish sailor who was active in the development of British-Japanese ties in the late 19th century
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John Wilson

Summary

John Wilson is a human[1]. Born in Genarp[2], he… he was born on July 8, 1851[3]. He died in Yokohama[4]. He died on August 5, 1899[5]. He worked as a sailor[6]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]

Key Facts

  • John Wilson's place of birth was Genarp[2].
  • John Wilson passed away in Yokohama[4].
  • John Wilson was born on July 8, 1851[3].
  • John Wilson died on August 5, 1899[5].
  • John Wilson is buried at Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery[8].
  • John Wilson held citizenship in Sweden[9].
  • John Wilson worked as a sailor[6].
  • John Wilson held the position of foreign government advisor in Meiji Japan[10].
  • John Wilson is recorded as male[11].
  • John Wilson's instance of is recorded as human[12].
  • The cause of death was stomach cancer[13].
  • John Wilson's family name is recorded as Wilson[14].
  • John Wilson's given name is recorded as John[15].
  • John Wilson's manner of death is recorded as natural causes[16].

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Origins and Family

Born in Genarp[2], John Wilson… he was born on July 8, 1851[3].

Career and Affiliations

John Wilson worked as a sailor[6]. He held the position of foreign government advisor in Meiji Japan[10].

Death and Burial

John Wilson died on August 5, 1899[5]. He died in Yokohama[4]. The cause of death was stomach cancer[13]. Burial took place at Yokohama Foreign General Cemetery[8].

Why It Matters

John Wilson is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]

FAQs

Where was John Wilson born?

Born in Genarp[2], John Wilson…

Where did John Wilson die?

John Wilson passed away in Yokohama[4].

What did John Wilson do for work?

John Wilson worked as sailor[6].

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