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Oct 2, 2024 · John Evans, a Welshman born in Abertawe on 19 August 1877 and living to the grand age of 112 before passing away on 10 June 1990, lived a remarkable life that spanned over a century. His journey through time placed him at the heart of some of the most significant historical events, from the late Victorian era to the close of the 20th century.
May 27, 2019 · Thirty years ago today, on May 27, 1989, John became the oldest man in the UK to have ever lived after beating the a record set by England's John Mosely Turner who died in 1968.
Dec 4, 2020 · An Ilkeston legend who is famous around the world for balancing a car on his head has decided to ‘call it a day’ after a difficult year. John Evans, now 73, holds 96 world records for his ...
Sir John Evans was a British antiquarian, numismatist, and a founder of prehistoric archaeology. A partner in a paper manufacturing firm (1850–85), about 1860 Evans began devoting much time to searching for traces of early man in Britain and gathered an outstanding collection of prehistoric stone.
Apr 9, 2022 · A strongman who became famous for balancing a Mini on his head, has reached 100 world records by putting on a huge crown for his 75th birthday. John Evans, from Derbyshire, said he had raised...
May 14, 2022 · Evans discovered his unique ability when he was 18, working as a labourer on building sites. “I had to fetch bricks for the bricklayers – there was always a lot to carry back and forth and you...
Sir John Evans (1823–1908) archaeologist, geologist, numismatist, and businessman, was one of the foremost scientific figures of his time. He was a pioneer in the fields of prehistoric archaeology and numismatics, and one of most eminent antiquarian collectors and thinkers of his day.
