Anthony Panizzi
Italian-British librarian (1797–1879) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Antonio Panizzi?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Sir Antonio Genesio Maria Panizzi (16 September 1797 – 8 April 1879), better known as Anthony Panizzi, was a naturalised British citizen of Italian birth, and an Italian patriot. He was a librarian, becoming the Principal Librarian (i.e. head) of the British Museum from 1856 to 1866.[1]
Quick Facts Born, Died ...
Anthony Panizzi | |
---|---|
Born | Antonio Genesio Maria Panizzi (1797-09-16)16 September 1797 |
Died | 8 April 1879(1879-04-08) (aged 81) |
Nationality | Naturalised British of Italian descent |
Alma mater | University of Parma |
Awards | Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Library science |
Institutions | British Museum Library |
Close