John Foster
American engraver and printer (1648–1681)
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Life
John Foster was born in 1648 in Dorchester and died on September 9, 1681 in Boston, aged about 33. Recorded occupations: printer and engraver.
At a glance
- Born
- 1648 · Dorchester
- Died
- September 9, 1681 · Boston
- Age at death
- about 33
- Occupations
- printer, engraver
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- 1 language
- Signature licence
- Public domain
About this signature
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