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About John Chapman
He is a missionary and pioneer nurseryman, who is noted for the introduction of apple trees to places such as Ohio, Ontario, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and other places. He was popularly known as "Johnny Appleseed". John Chapman was prominent for randomly spreading apple seeds anywhere he visited.
He often planted nurseries, made fences to protect them from harm, then handed them over to locals so they could take care of them. He is noted to have planted his debut nursery in Warren, Pennsylvania.
Family Life
His parents are father, Nathaniel Chapman, and mother, Elizabeth Chapman. His siblings include; Pierly, Nathaniel, Persis, Davis, Sally, Jonathan, Elizabeth, Mary, Abner, Lucy, and Patty Chapman.
Trivia
Chapman was a vegetarian.
His apples were not meant for consumption.
He was not money-oriented.
He made American apple popular.
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F.A.Q. about John Chapman
When is his birthday?
John Chapman's birthday is on September 26, 1774.
In how many days is his birthday?
John's birthday is in 156 days
How old was John when he died?
He was 70 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 11, 1845.
How old would he be today?
John Chapman would be 249 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John from?
He was born in Massachusetts, U.S..