James Bruce
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James Bruce Net Worth

James Bruce was a Scottish travel writer born on December 14, 1730. He is most famous for his work, Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile (1790), which was based on his travels to Ethiopia and North Africa. He is remembered for his exploration of the African continent and his contributions to geography and anthropology.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day December 14, 1730
Birth Place Scotland
Age 289 YEARS OLD
Died On Apr 27, 1794 (age 63)
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $3 Million (2024)

About

A Scottish travel Writer, he spent time in Ethiopia and North Africa. His most famous work is Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile (1790).

Before Fame

He attended Edinburgh University, intending to become a Lawyer. Eventually, however, he became a wine merchant. In 1754, he began his legendary travels.

Trivia

He spent more than twelve years in Africa.

Family Life

He was raised in Kinnaird, Stirlingshire, Scotland. Less than a year after his 1754 marriage, his wife died.

Associated With

He was a leading 18th-century Scottish Explorer, much like Thomas Mitchell , who explored Southeast Australia.

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