John Proctor
American blacksmith and millionaire screw manufacturer
About John Proctor
Lived 1804 – 1883 (aged 78–79). John Proctor was an American blacksmith.
John Proctor was born in 1804 to the town of Andover, New Hampshire's village blacksmith. He left town in 1822, at the age of 18, only to return three decades later to revive the town. Proctor Academy is named in his honor.
William John Proctor (twin) was born on 19 August 1847 in Bristol, in Grafton County, New Hampshire. He died on 4 Oct 1847 at Andover, Merrimack County, New Hampshire.
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Who was John Proctor?
American blacksmith and millionaire screw manufacturer
When was John Proctor born?
John Proctor was born in 1804.
When did John Proctor die?
John Proctor died on 30 December 1883.
What was John Proctor's occupation?
John Proctor was a blacksmith.
What nationality was John Proctor?
John Proctor was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Proctor (inventor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Proctor. https://biography.guide/john-proctor-blacksmith/
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