John Russell Bartlett
Linguist and historian; American linguist
Born
October 23rd, 1805
220 years ago
Died
1886
139 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1805, a prominent figure in American linguistics and history contributed significantly to the study and preservation of language. Served as the Secretary of State for Rhode Island and authored several notable works, including 'The Dictionary of Americanisms,' which documented American English. Conducted extensive research on Native American languages, focusing on their documentation and preservation. Engaged in the establishment of historical and linguistic societies dedicated to the study of language and history.
Authored 'The Dictionary of Americanisms'
Served as Secretary of State for Rhode Island
Conducted research on Native American languages
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