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Joseph Strutt

1765-01-01 – 1844-01-13

Portrait of Joseph Strutt
A painting which hangs in the Mayoral Gallery at the Derby City Council House.Credit: William Taylor

Life & Legacy

Joseph Strutt (1765–1844) was an English businessman and philanthropist, whose wealth came from the family textile business. A native of Derby, Strutt was a radical social reformer who made significant donations and founded several important institutions in the town, including donating the land for the creation of Derby Arboretum, England's first urban public park. He twice served as Mayor of Derby.

Occupation & Career

politician, philanthropist, businessperson

Education

Derby School

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Derby School

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Family & Relationships

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2003010 — wikidata View source
  2. Wikidata population candidate Q2529363 — wikidata View source
  3. Wikidata population candidate Q2639521 — wikidata View source

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