John Ball

John Ball (1818–1889) was a botanist, politician and writer.

Also recorded as Ball.

John Ball in brief

Born
1818
Died
1889
Known for
botanist,politician,writer,mountaineer,explorer,botanical collector,scientific collector
Place of birth
Dublin

Overview

Born at Dublin in 1818, died at London in 1889.

In detail

John Ball studied at Christ's College and St Mary's College, Oscott. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is natural history.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London. Positions recorded include Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies and member of the 16th Parliament of the United Kingdom. Membership is recorded of Royal Society, Linnean Society of London and Middle Temple.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society.

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