Robert Recorde Scientist

Robert Recorde (ca. 1512–1558) was a Welsh physician and mathematician. He invented the "equals" sign (=) and also introduced the pre-existing "plus" sign (+) to English speakers in 1557.

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Robert Recorde
Birth dateJanuary 01, 1512
Birth nameRobert Recorde
Birth place
Tenby , Wales , Pembrokeshire
Nationality
Wales
Date of deathJanuary 01, 1558
Place of death
England , London
Education
University of Oxford
University of Cambridge
Known for
Equals sign

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