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John Bennet Lawes

British scientist who invented synthetic fertilizer (1814-1900)

John Bennet Lawes was born on December 28, 1814 in Hertfordshire and died on August 31, 1900, aged 85.

Born

December 28, 1814

John Bennet Lawes died aged 85.

Died: August 31, 1900

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Birthplace
Hertfordshire
Professions
agronomist, inventor, farmer, chemist, businessperson
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Zodiac sign
Capricorn

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Questions people ask

How old was John Bennet Lawes when they died?

John Bennet Lawes died aged 85.

When is John Bennet Lawes’s birthday?

John Bennet Lawes’s recorded birthday is December 28.

Where was John Bennet Lawes born?

John Bennet Lawes was born in Hertfordshire.

When did John Bennet Lawes die?

John Bennet Lawes died on August 31, 1900.