John Smith born

Happened: 1580-01-06

Description

John Smith was baptized on 6 January 1580 at Willoughby, near Alford, Lincolnshire, where his parents rented a farm from Lord Willoughby. He claimed descent from the ancient Smith family of Cuerdley, Lancashire, and was educated at King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth from 1592 to 1595.

Publications

TitlePublication DateDescriptionLink
John Smith (explorer) (webpage from Wikipedia) A long article about smith Link

Participants

NameDate of BirthDate of DeathShort Biography
John Smith 15801631an English soldier, explorer, colonial governor, Admiral of New England, and author