Walker John

Scottish grocer (1805-1857)

PersonDied aged 52humanQ1702091

Also known as Johnnie Walker

Born: July 25, 1805
Died: October 19, 1857
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation: businessperson

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John Walker was a Scottish grocer, who originated what would become one of the world's most famous whisky brand names, Johnnie Walker, despite the fact he was himself a teetotaler.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: John
Family name: Walker
Child: Alexander Walker
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Father: Alexander Walker
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Different from: John Walker

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