THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
John Langdon Down
British physician and first person to describe Down syndrome (1828-1896)
John Langdon Down was born on November 18, 1828 in Torpoint, United Kingdom and died on October 7, 1896, aged 67.
Born
November 18, 1828
John Langdon Down died aged 67.
Died: October 7, 1896
- Birthplace
- Torpoint, United Kingdom
- Professions
- physician, psychiatrist, neurologist
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
More about John Langdon Down
- Zodiac sign
- Scorpio
- Birth name
- John Langdon Haydon Down
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Questions people ask
How old was John Langdon Down when they died?
John Langdon Down died aged 67.
When is John Langdon Down’s birthday?
John Langdon Down’s recorded birthday is November 18.
Where was John Langdon Down born?
John Langdon Down was born in Torpoint, United Kingdom.
What was John Langdon Down’s name at birth?
John Langdon Down’s recorded birth name is John Langdon Haydon Down.
When did John Langdon Down die?
John Langdon Down died on October 7, 1896.