John Lilburne
17th-century English political activist
Died aged 43Kingdom of England
Biography
John Lilburne (c. 1614 – 29 August 1657), also known as Freeborn John, was an English political Leveller before, during and after the English Civil Wars 1642–1650. He coined the term "freeborn rights", defining them as rights with which every human being is born, as opposed to rights bestowed by government or human law. In his early life he was a Puritan, though towards the end of his life he became a Quaker. His works have been cited in opinions by the United States Supreme Court.
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Family
- Spouse(s)
- Elizabeth Lilburne
Quick answers about John Lilburne
- How old was John Lilburne?
- John Lilburne died on August 29, 1657 at the age of 43.
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- John Lilburne was born in Sunderland.
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- John Lilburne is a citizen of Kingdom of England.
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- John Lilburne is known as politician, philosopher.
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- According to Wikidata, John Lilburne's spouse is or was Elizabeth Lilburne.
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