#1Famous people · Groton
Groton is the birthplace of 3 famous people
At the top of the list is the American pioneer David Bradley, covered in 2 languages. The next two names are Westel Willoughby and Stephen H. Hammond. From David Bradley in 1811 to Westel Willoughby in 1830, the births cover 19 years. Helen Ranney leads the 2 names listed next door in Summerhill.
Born here
3
notable people
Best known
David Bradley
in 2 Wikipedia languages
First
1811
David Bradley
Youngest
1830
Westel Willoughby
Most common field
Politics & Law
2 people
The best known
Born in Groton
By how many languages cover them, David Bradley comes first (2), then Westel Willoughby (2) and Stephen H. Hammond (1).
#1#2Politics & Law
Westel Willoughby
1830–1897American judge, lawyer and soldier
2 Wikipedia languagesRead more ↗
#3Known for
What Groton is known for
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Of the towns nearby, Summerhill lists the most people: 2.
From Wikidata and Wikipedia: people whose birthplace is Groton and whose English Wikipedia article agrees, ranked by how many Wikipedia languages cover each person. People known mainly for crimes, and adult performers, aren’t listed. “The usual town” = everyone born in the towns gathered so far.
Photo credits (4)
- David Bradley: Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Westel Willoughby: Photographer unknown; held by U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Stephen H. Hammond: Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Helen Ranney: Public domain, Wikimedia Commons