Martin Folkes
English mathematician and astronomer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Martin Ffolkes.
Martin Folkes FRS (29 October 1690 – 28 June 1754) was an English antiquary, numismatist, mathematician and astronomer who served as the president of the Royal Society from 1741 to 1752.
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Martin Folkes | |
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President of the Royal Society | |
In office 1741–1752 | |
Preceded by | Hans Sloane |
Succeeded by | George Parker |
Personal details | |
Born | (1690-10-29)29 October 1690 Westminster, London, England, UK |
Died | 28 June 1754(1754-06-28) (aged 63) |
Spouse | Lucretia Bradshaw (fl.1714–1741) |
Children | 3 |
Occupation | Antiquary, numismatist, mathematician and astronomer |
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