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James Dawkins

1722-01-01 – 1757-09-06

Portrait of James Dawkins
A photo of a print of James Dawkins, held at Abingdon SchoolCredit: Racingmanager

Life & Legacy

James Dawkins (1722 – 6 September 1757) was a British politician and antiquarian who represented Hindon in the House of Commons of Great Britain from 1754 to 1757.

Occupation & Career

antiquarian, politician, archaeologist, explorer, merchant, traveler, inventor

Education

St John's College; Abingdon School

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Fellow of the Royal Society

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Fellow of the Royal Society

Organizations & Memberships

Royal Society of London

Education & Institutions

Abingdon School · St John's College

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q6132433 — wikidata View source

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