Richard Francis Burton
British explorer, army officer, writer and scholar (1821–1890)
1821 — 1890
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Profession
British explorer, army officer, writer and scholar (1821–1890)
Born
March 19, 1821
Died
1890 (age ~69)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
naturalist, writer, poet
United KingdomBorn in TorquayDied in Trieste
1821
Born in Torquay (1821-03-19)
1840
EducationStudied at Trinity College
1859
AwardFounder’s Medal
1860
AwardGrande Médaille d'Or des Explorations
1890
Died in Trieste
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Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG, FRGS, was a British explorer, army officer, writer and scholar. He was famed for his travels and explorations in Asia, Africa and South America, as well as his extensive knowledge of languages and cultures, speaking up to 29 different languages.
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Who is Richard Francis Burton?+
Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG, FRGS, was a British explorer, army officer, writer and scholar. He was famed for his travels and explorations in Asia, Africa and South America, as well as his extensive knowledge of languages and cultures, speaking up to 29 different languages.
What does the name Richard mean?+
The name Richard means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.". It is of English origin.
When was Richard Francis Burton born?+
Richard Francis Burton was born on March 19, 1821.
When did Richard Francis Burton die?+
Richard Francis Burton died in 1890, at approximately 69 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.
The name Richard is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
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Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Metal · Yin
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9 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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