Joseph Williamson (philanthropist), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Joseph Williamson (philanthropist)

English businessman, property owner and philanthropist

Date of Birth: 10-Mar-1769

Place of Birth: Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 01-May-1840

Profession: merchant, philanthropist

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Joseph Williamson (philanthropist)

  • Joseph Williamson (10 March 1769 – 1 May 1840) was an English eccentric, businessman, property owner and a philanthropist who is best known for the Williamson Tunnels, which were constructed under his direction in the Edge Hill area of Liverpool, England.
  • His philanthropy earned him the nickname the King of Edge Hill, whilst his tunnel-building activity earned him posthumous nicknames, including the Mole of Edge Hill and the Mad Mole.

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