Historical Figure
Christopher Wren
1632–1723
English architect (1632–1723)
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Birth
1632 October 30, 1632 →Biography
Sir Christopher Wren FRS was an English architect, astronomer, mathematician and physicist who is one of the most highly acclaimed architects in the history of England. Known for his work in the English Baroque style, he was accorded responsibility for rebuilding 52 churches in the City of London after the Great Fire in 1666, including what is regarded as his masterpiece, St Paul's Cathedral, on Ludgate Hill, completed in 1710.
Timeline
Christopher Wren, English physicist, mathematician, and architect, designed St Paul's Cathedral (died 1723)
October 30 →At Gresham College, twelve men, including Christopher Wren, Robert Boyle, John Wilkins, and Sir Robert Moray decide to found what is later known as the Royal Society.
November 28 →St Paul's Cathedral, rebuilt to the design of Sir Christopher Wren following the Great Fire of London, is consecrated.
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