View of Samuel Johnson's Birthplace, Lichfield

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Date:1920 - 1940 (c.)

Description:The house was completed in 1707 by Michael Johnson, Samuel's father. Samuel Johnson was born on 18th September 1709. He is most famouse for writing the first comprehensive English Dictionary, but was also known for being a great conversationalist.

Johnson's statue can be seen here on the left. It is by R.C. Lucas and was erected in 1838.

The Three Crowns Hotel, Breadmarket Street, can be seen to the left of the Birthplace.


Timeline

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1870s
Engraving of St. Mary's Church and Market Square, Lichfield
Engraving of St. Mary's Church and Market Square, Lichfield

The present church of St. Mary's dates from the late 19th century, having replaced ...

1890s
View down Church Lane, Lichfield
View down Church Lane, Lichfield

This passageway runs behind St. Mary's. St. Mary's can be seen here on the left ...

1910s
Armistice Day Parade, Lichfield
Armistice Day Parade, Lichfield

This Parade was held to celebrate the end of World War One. Colonel Swinfen-Broun ...

1930s
Market Square and Conduit Street, Lichfield
Market Square and Conduit Street, Lichfield

Lichfield Market Square, in the days when cars and coaches were allowed to park ...

1970s
Sheriff's Ride, Breadmarket Street, Lichfield
Sheriff's Ride, Breadmarket Street, Lichfield

The history of the Sherriff's Ride dates back to 1553 when Queen Mary granted Lichfield ...

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