John Lawson (explorer), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John Lawson (explorer)

English explorer, naturalist and writer

Date of Birth: 27-Dec-1674

Place of Birth: London

Date of Death: 01-Jan-1711

Profession: naturalist, writer, explorer

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

John Lawson (1674? – 1711) was an English explorer, naturalist and writer.
He played an important role in exploring the interior of colonial North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, publicizing his expeditions in a book.
He founded two settlements in North Carolina: Bath and New Bern, both located on rivers in the coastal plain.
He was killed by Tuscarora people, who were beginning to resist European encroachment.