Benjamin Pitman

Benjamin Pitman (July 24, 1822 – December 28, 1910), also known as Benn Pitman, was an English-born author and popularizer in the United States of Pitman shorthand, a form of what was then called phonography (shorthand). He was also active in the arts and crafts movement in the United States.

Benjamin "Benn" Pitman
BornJuly 24, 1822 (1822-07-24)
Trowbridge, Wiltshire, England
DiedDecember 28, 1910 (1910-12-29) (aged 88)
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
OccupationWriter
Master wood carver
Arts and crafts promoter
NationalityEnglish
SubjectBiographies
RelativesIsaac Pitman (brother)
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