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John Knight Fotheringham
1874–1936
A gifted historian of ancient astronomy and chronology, this Oxford scholar was known for bringing exacting mathematical thought to some of the oldest puzzles in history. His work helped fix the chronology of the Babylonian dynasties and made him a respected figure in both classical studies and astronomy.
1 Audiobook
The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837)
by George C. (George Charles) Brodrick, John Knight Fotheringham
About the author
Born in Tottenham in 1874, he was educated at the City of London School and at Merton College, Oxford, where he earned first-class degrees in both Literae Humaniores and modern history. He later held positions at Magdalen College, Oxford, King's College London, the University of London, and eventually became Reader in ancient astronomy and chronology at Oxford.
His reputation rested on an unusual blend of classical learning and scientific precision. He worked on ancient calendars, eclipses, and historical dating, and is especially remembered for establishing the chronology of the Babylonian dynasties. He also edited Saint Jerome's version of Eusebius's Chronicle and published books including Historical Eclipses and The Calendar.
Recognition followed from both sides of his scholarly life: he was a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and was elected a Fellow of the British Academy in 1933. He died in Oxford in 1936, leaving behind a body of work valued for its patience, rigor, and remarkable range.