Scottish, 1823–1899
William Simpson (1823–1899) was a British artist and war correspondent born in Glasgow. Raised in poverty and facing a difficult family life, he began working as a lithographer’s apprentice at age fourteen and pursued further education through evening classes. Simpson became known for his sketches of wars, cultural scenes, and architecture worldwide for the Illustrated London News, and covered major state ceremonies. He also wrote on ancient religions, customs, and artifacts, gaining recognition as an ethnographer and antiquarian.
Sources: Wikipedia (en): William Simpson (Scottish artist) · Wikidata Q2095810
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