THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Richard Porson
English classical scholar (1759–1808)
Richard Porson was born on December 25, 1759 in North Walsham, United Kingdom and died on September 25, 1808, aged 48.
Born
December 25, 1759
Richard Porson died aged 48.
Died: September 25, 1808
Source:
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- Birthplace
- North Walsham, United Kingdom
- Professions
- writer, metricist, classical philologist, university teacher
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
More about Richard Porson
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn
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Questions people ask
How old was Richard Porson when they died?
Richard Porson died aged 48.
When is Richard Porson’s birthday?
Richard Porson’s recorded birthday is December 25.
Where was Richard Porson born?
Richard Porson was born in North Walsham, United Kingdom.
When did Richard Porson die?
Richard Porson died on September 25, 1808.