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Charles Hastings

1794-01-11 – 1866-03-21

Portrait of Charles Hastings
Photograph of portrait of Sir Charles Hastings - artist unknown. In possession of Benedict Hastings.Credit: Ben.hastings

Life & Legacy

Sir Charles Hastings (11 January 1794 – 30 July 1866) was a medical surgeon and a founder of the British Medical Association, the BMA, (then known as the Provincial Medical and Surgical Association) on 19 July 1832.
He was also a notable lifelong philanthropist, investing his own money in new housing designed to improve public health and founding the Worcester Museum of Natural History.

Occupation & Career

physician

Education

University of Edinburgh

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Education & Institutions

University of Edinburgh

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5078836 — wikidata View source

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