John Smith
English soldier, explorer, writer (1580–1631)
John Smith was born on January 6, 1580 in Willoughby and died on June 21, 1631 (Julian calendar) in London, aged about 51. Recorded occupations: explorer, military personnel, writer, autobiographer, settler and adventurer. Country of citizenship: Kingdom of England. Positions held include colonial governor of Virginia. Educated at King Edward VI Grammar School.
- Born
- January 6, 1580 · Willoughby
- Died
- June 21, 1631 (Julian calendar) · London
- Age at death
- about 51
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Occupations
- explorer, military personnel, writer, autobiographer, settler, adventurer
- Positions held
- colonial governor of Virginia
- Education
- King Edward VI Grammar School
- Wikipedia editions
- 47 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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