William Petty.
English scientist, philosopher, statistician and economist (1623-1687)
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About William Petty
Sir William Petty was an English economist, physician, scientist and philosopher. He first became prominent serving Oliver Cromwell and the Commonwealth in Ireland. He developed efficient methods to survey the land that was to be confiscated and given to Cromwell's soldiers. He also remained a significant figure under King Charles II and King James II, as did many others who had served Cromwell. Petty was also a scientist, inventor, and merchant, a charter member of the Royal Society, and briefly a member of the Parliament of England. However, he is best remembered for his theories on economics and his methods of political arithmetic. He was knighted in 1661.
Everything about William Petty →- Occupation
- economist, mathematician, philosopher, statistician
- Position held
- Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the Third Protectorate Parliament, Member of Parliament in the Parliament of Ireland
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Born
- May 26, 1623
- Died
- December 16, 1687