John Robinson facts for kids
John Robinson is a very common name, so many different people have been called John Robinson throughout history! This page helps you find information about some of them.
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People Named John Robinson
Academics and Thinkers
- John Thomas Romney Robinson (1792–1882) was an Irish astronomer and physicist. He studied stars and how things move.
- John Alan Robinson (1930–2016) was a British and American philosopher and mathematician. He was also an early computer scientist, helping to develop computers.
- John Talbot Robinson (1923–2001) was a paleontologist. This means he studied fossils to learn about ancient life, like dinosaurs.
- John C. Robinson (biologist) (born 1959) is an American ornithologist and environmental activist. An ornithologist studies birds, and an environmental activist works to protect nature.
- John Martin Robinson (born 1948) is an English historian. He studies and writes about the past.
Arts and Entertainment
Music Creators
- John Robinson (organist) (1682–1762) was an English organist. He played the organ, a large musical instrument.
- John Robinson (drummer) (born 1954) is an American drummer. He has played drums for many famous musicians.
- Jon-John Robinson (born 1970) is an American record producer and songwriter. He helps create music for artists.
- John Robinson (church musician) (born 1983) is an English organist and choir director. He leads singing groups in churches.
Actors and Performers
- John Robinson (English actor) (1908–1979) was a British actor. He was known for his roles in movies and TV shows.
- John Robinson (American actor) (born 1985) is an American actor. He has appeared in various films.
Visual Artists
- John Robinson (painter) (1715–1745) was an English painter.
- John Henry Robinson (1796–1871) was an English engraver. Engraving is a way of making pictures by carving designs into a surface.
- John Robinson (sculptor) (1935–2007) was a British sculptor. He created art by shaping materials like stone or metal.
- John Z. Robinson (born 1953) is an artist from New Zealand.
- John V. Robinson (born 1960) is an American photographer. He takes pictures and also writes.
Circus Owner
- John Robinson (circus owner) (1843–1921) was an American who owned the John Robinson Circus.
Military Figures
- John Robinson (militiaman) (1735–1805) was an American officer during the Revolutionary War. He fought for American independence.
- John C. Robinson (1817–1897) was a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
- John Robinson (Medal of Honor) (1840–?) was a U.S. Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor, a very brave award.
- John H. Robinson (Medal of Honor) (1846–1883) was an Irish soldier in the Civil War who also received the Medal of Honor.
- John Robinson (aviator) (1905–1954) was an American aviator, meaning he was a pilot. He was also an activist, working for important causes.
Politicians and Lawmakers
From Canada
- Sir John Robinson, 1st Baronet, of Toronto (1791–1863) was a lawyer and judge in Upper Canada. He was also a political figure.
- His son, John Beverley Robinson (1821–1896), was the mayor of Toronto in 1856 and later a leader in Ontario.
- John Lyle Robinson (1890–1953) was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, helping to make laws for the province.
From the United Kingdom
- Sir John Robinson, 1st Baronet, of London (1615–1680) was the Lord Mayor of London. He was also a Member of Parliament (MP), which means he helped make laws.
- John Robinson (Harwich MP) (1727–1802) was a British Member of Parliament for Harwich.
From the United States
- John Robinson (Virginia politician, born 1705) (1705–1766) was the Speaker of the House of Burgesses in Virginia. This was an important role in the government of the time.
- John McCracken Robinson (1794–1843) was a U.S. Senator from Illinois. Senators help create laws for the whole country.
- John S. Robinson (governor) (1804–1860) was the 22nd Governor of Vermont. A governor leads a state.
- John L. Robinson (1813–1860) was a U.S. Representative from Indiana. Representatives also help make laws in the U.S. Congress.
- John Robinson (Virginia politician, born 1822) (1822–1908) was an African American state senator in Virginia.
- John Buchanan Robinson (1846–1933) was a U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania.
- John Robinson (judge) (1880–1951) was the Chief Justice of the Washington Supreme Court. A chief justice leads the highest court in a state.
- John Robinson (Maine politician) (born 1972) served in the Maine House of Representatives.
- John Robinson (US Marshal) (1838–1917) was a U.S. Marshal, a law enforcement officer.
Religious Leaders
- John Robinson (pastor) (1576–1625) was an English pastor. He helped organize the famous Mayflower voyage, which brought early settlers to America.
- John Robinson (bishop of London) (1650–1723) was an English diplomat and a bishop. A bishop is a high-ranking church leader.
- John Robinson (bishop of Woolwich) (1919–1983) was a British Bishop of Woolwich.
Sports Figures
- John Robinson (cricketer, born 1868) (1868–1898) was an English cricketer.
- John Yate Robinson (1885–1916) was a British field hockey player.
- John Robinson (American football coach) (born 1935) is an American football coach. He has led many teams.
- John Robinson (footballer, born 1971) (born 1971) is a Welsh footballer.
Other Notable People
- John Robinson (engineer) (1823–1902) was a British locomotive engineer. He designed and built trains.
- John Richard Robinson (1828–1903) was an English journalist. He wrote for newspapers and magazines.
- John Moore Robinson (1855–1934) was a Canadian explorer. He traveled to new places and mapped them.
- John G. Robinson (1856–1943) was a railway engineer.
- John D. Robinson (disability advocate) (born 1968) is an American author and activist. He works to support people with disabilities.
See also
- Jack Robinson (disambiguation)
- Jackie Robinson (disambiguation)
- John Robison (disambiguation)
- Johnny Robinson (disambiguation)
- Jon Robinson (disambiguation)
- Jonathan Robinson (disambiguation)
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