JOHN LAWSON


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  • Born: December 27, 1674
  • Died: September 16, 1711
  • Nationality: British
  • Profession: Explorer

John Lawson was an English explorer, naturalist and writer. He played an important role in exploring the interior of colonial North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, publicizing his expeditions in a book. He founded two settlements in North Carolina: Bath and New Bern, both located on rivers in the coastal plain. He was killed by Tuscarora people during the outbreak of the Tuscarora War.