John Williams Wilson
John Williams Wilson, also known as Juan Guillermos, was a British-Chilean sailor and politician. Born in Bristol, he entered the newly founded Chilean navy in 1824 and rose to the rank of commander. He was appointed governor of Talcahuano (1849–1855). He supervised construction of Fuerte Bulnes in 1843, which the government intended for a settlement at the Strait of Magellan. Puerto Williams, founded in 1953, was named for the naval commander.
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Male
Date of Birth
January 1st, 1798
Age
228
Birth Place
United Kingdom, England
Date of Death
September 14th, 1857
Died Aged
59
Star Sign
Capricorn
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