James Smithson
James Smithson was a British scientist and philanthropist, best known for founding the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. He was born in 1765 in France and spent much of his life in England. Smithson's legacy was established when he bequeathed his fortune to the United States to create an institution dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge. His vision led to the establishment of the world's largest museum and research complex, which now includes 21 museums and the National Zoo, making significant contributions to education and cultural preservation.
Born on Jan 03, 1765 (260 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 53,397 | $2,700,000 | 2,124$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,474 | $1,700,000 | 737$ |
| Belarus | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 9,449,323 | 5,309 | $60,000 | 34$ |
| Lithuania | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 2,722,289 | 1,022 | $54,000 | 20$ |
| Totals | 6 | 118,062,861 | 76,202 | $4,514,000 | 2,915$ |
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Canada:
James Smithson is noted for his founding grant that created the Smithsonian Institution.
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United Kingdom:
James Smithson bequeathed his estate for the purpose of establishing the Smithsonian Institution.
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United Kingdom:
James Smithson envisioned the Smithsonian Institution in the 19th century by bequeathing his estate to establish an institution for knowledge.
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Lithuania:
James Smithson was a British chemist who established the Smithsonian Institution in his will.
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Belarus:
James Smithson was a British scientist who bequeathed his fortune to the United States to establish the Smithsonian Institution.
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United Kingdom:
The institution was established with funds from James Smithson, a British scientist who left his estate to the United States.
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