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William Petty

(Petty, William, Sir, 1623-1687)


Sir William Petty. Mezzotint by J. Smith, 1696, after J. Closterman.

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Sir William Petty (26 May 1623 – 16 December 1687) was an English economist, physician, scientist and philosopher. He first became prominent serving Oliver Cromwell and the Commonwealth in Ireland. He developed efficient methods to survey the land that was to be confiscated and given to Cromwell's soldiers. He also remained a significant figure under King Charles II and King James II, as did many others who had served Cromwell. (From Wikipedia)

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