John Woodford
English army officer
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Summary
John Woodford was born on January 17, 1785[1]. He died on January 17, 1879[2], in Keswick[3]. He worked as a military historian[4]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (11 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: February 28, 1785[6]
- Date of death: March 22, 1879[7]
- Father: John Woodford[8]
- Mother: Susan Gordon[9]
- Educated at: Harrow School[10]
- Award received: Order of the Bath[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Military branch: British Army[13]
- Military, police or special rank: major-general[14]
- Participated in conflict: Napoleonic Wars[15]
- Given name: John[16]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[18]
- Sibling: Alexander George Woodford[19]
Why It Matters
John Woodford is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[20]
FAQs
Where did John Woodford die?
John Woodford passed away in Keswick[3].
Who were John Woodford's parents?
John Woodford's father was John Woodford[8]. John Woodford's mother was Susan Gordon[9].
What did John Woodford do for work?
John Woodford worked as a military historian[4].
Where did John Woodford go to school?
John Woodford was educated at Harrow School[10].
What awards did John Woodford receive?
Honors received include Order of the Bath[11].