John Leland (antiquary)

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was John Leland (antiquary) born?September 13, circa 1503
2. Where was John Leland (antiquary) born?London, England
3. When did John Leland (antiquary) die?April 18, 1552
4. What is John Leland (antiquary) known for?Established the county as the primary unit for local historical study
5. What is the appointed king's antiquary?Circa 1533
6. What is the major work?The Itinerary (eleven volumes of notes)

Antiquary: An expert in or student of antiquities, especially ancient history and artifacts.
Bibliography: The study of books as physical objects and the history of their production and use.
Dissolution of the Monasteries: A series of events between 1536 and 1541 by Henry VIII that led to the closure of monasteries in England.
Primary Source: An artifact, document, diary, manuscript, autobiography, recording, or any other source of information that was created at the time under study.