Thomas Wakley
Surgeon, Politician
1795 – 1862
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Who was Thomas Wakley?
Thomas Wakley, was an English surgeon. He became a demagogue and social reformer who campaigned against incompetence, privilege and nepotism. He was the founding editor of The Lancet, and a radical Member of Parliament.
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- Born
- Jul 11, 1795
Membury - Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Profession
- Died
- May 16, 1862
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on July 23, 2013
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