THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
John Newton
Anglican clergyman, slave trader and abolitionist (1725–1807)
John Newton was born on August 4, 1725 in London, United Kingdom and died on December 21, 1807, aged 82.
Born
August 4, 1725
John Newton died aged 82.
Died: December 21, 1807
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- London, United Kingdom
- Professions
- slave driver, preacher, composer, sailor, hymnwriter, merchant, slave trader, writer, cleric, priest, abolitionist
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
More about John Newton
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
All birth date sources
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- International Music Score Library Project
- SNAC
- Find a Grave
- Discogs
- Internet Broadway Database
- BnF authorities
- Integrated Authority File
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record
Questions people ask
How old was John Newton when they died?
John Newton died aged 82.
When is John Newton’s birthday?
John Newton’s recorded birthday is August 4.
Where was John Newton born?
John Newton was born in London, United Kingdom.
When did John Newton die?
John Newton died on December 21, 1807.