Entry Type | Person |
Surname | Strutt |
Forenames | Joseph |
Place | Belper |
Dates | 1765-1844 |
Gender Identity | Male |
Biography | Based in Derby, Joseph Strutt was responsible for the commercial side of the business. He was actively involved in town affairs, especially in education. With his nephew Edward he founded a Mechanics' Institution in Derby but he is particularly remembered for his gift of the Arboretum. He was the first non-conformist to serve as Mayor of Derby, taking office as the first mayor after the reform of the borough in 1835. |
Place of Birth | Derby |
Family Tree | Youngest son of Jedediah Strutt (1726-1796)
Children - Joseph Strutt (1794-1821) - Isabella Strutt; (1797-1877) - Caroline Strutt (1799-1834) |
Address | Thorn Tree House St Peters Street, Derby |
Authorised Form of Name | Strutt; Joseph (1765-1844) |
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