Robert Brown (solicitor)

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Robert Brown FSA (6 July 1844 - 16 October 1912) was a British solicitor and classical philologist.

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Biography

Brown was born in Barton-upon-Humber. He attended Cheltenham College and subsequently worked as a solicitor. Browns academic work focussed on writing about ancient religion, mythology, and Babylonian astronomy. Brown was a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London and a Member of the Royal Astronomical Society. [1]

A memorial window in St Peter's Church is dedicated to Brown.

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References

  1. "Mr. Robert Brown, F.S.A.". The Times. No. 40034. 19 October 1912. p. 9.