William Borrer
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Summary
William Borrer was born on June 13, 1781[1], in Potwell[2]. He died on January 10, 1862[3], in Henfield[4]. He worked as a botanist[5], lichenologist[6], justice of the peace[7], and botanical collector[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (29 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Place of birth: Sussex[10]
- Place of death: Sussex[11]
- Place of burial: St Peter's Church, Henfield[12]
- Child: Annette Hall[13]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[14], Kingdom of Great Britain[15]
- Field of work: botany[16], lichenology[17]
- Position held: High Sheriff of Sussex[18]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[19]
- Member of: Royal Society[20], Linnean Society of London[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Family name: Q112600018[23]
- Given name: William[24]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[25], Common Ground: Who's who in New Zealand botanical names. Supplement Two[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[27]
- Different from: William Borrer, Jr.[28]
- P14397: 548[29]
Why It Matters
William Borrer has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[30] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[31]
FAQs
Where was William Borrer born?
William Borrer was born in Potwell[2].
Where did William Borrer die?
William Borrer passed away in Henfield[4].
What did William Borrer do for work?
William Borrer worked as a botanist[5], lichenologist[6], justice of the peace[7], and botanical collector[8].
What awards did William Borrer receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[19].