William Johnston
Scottish geographer, cartographer and publisher (1802–1888)
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Summary
William Johnston was born on October 27, 1802[1], in Kirkhill[2]. He died on February 7, 1888[3], in Kirkhill[4]. He worked as a geographer[5], cartographer[6], publisher[7], businessperson[8], and printmaker[9]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (13 views/month, #7,300 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[11]
- Position held: Lord Provost of Edinburgh[12]
- Award received: knighthood[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: William Johnston (1802-1888)[15]
- Family name: Johnston[16]
- Given name: William[17]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[19]
- Commons Creator page: William Johnston (1802-1888)[20]
- Sibling: Alexander Keith Johnston[21]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[22]
Why It Matters
William Johnston is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was William Johnston born?
William Johnston was born in Kirkhill[2].
Where did William Johnston die?
William Johnston died in Kirkhill[4].
What did William Johnston do for work?
William Johnston worked as a geographer[5], cartographer[6], publisher[7], businessperson[8], and printmaker[9].
What awards did William Johnston receive?
Honors received include knighthood[13].