John Smith
Explorer

John Smith Net Worth

John Smith was an English soldier, author, and explorer born on January 1, 1580 in Willoughby, England. He is credited with the establishment of the first English settlement in North America, and is remembered for his contributions to the exploration and colonization of the New World.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 1, 1580
Birth Place Willoughby, England
Age 439 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 21, 1631 (age 51)
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $1.2 Million (2024)

About

English soldier, author, and Explorer who was credited with the establishment of the first English settlement in North America.

Before Fame

He left home at age sixteen and became a Sailor, and later served as a mercenary to Henry IV of France.

Trivia

He trained settlers to farm and survive in the very first English colony in North America: Jamestown.

Family Life

His father's death inspired him to leave home as a teenager to pursue a sailor's life.

Associated With

He was portrayed by Colin Farrell in the 2005 film The New World.

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About the author

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