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William Blane

1750 – 1835

British landowner and author

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About William Blane

Lived 1750 – 1835 (aged 84–85). William Blane was a British.

William Blane FRS (1750 – 22 November 1835) was a British gentleman, landowner and author of miscellaneous articles.

Biography Born in Blanefield, near Kirkoswald, in Ayrshire, William Blane was a son of Gilbert Blane of Blanefield (d.1771) and Agnes McFadzen; Sir Gilbert Blane was one of William Blane's brothers. was the author of An excursion through the United States and Canada during the years 1822–1823.

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Important facts

Born
1750
Birth century
Died
1835
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Blane?

British landowner and author

When was William Blane born?

William Blane was born in 1750.

When did William Blane die?

William Blane died in 1835.

What nationality was William Blane?

William Blane was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Blane

· Wikidata: Q21166563

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