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Geniuses Born in 1688

The year 1688 was in the Age of Enlightenment, when reason, science, and individual rights transformed civilization.

3 Geniuses Born in 1688

Remarkable Minds of 1688

Alexander Pope
Science & Intellect · England
Born May 21, 1688 IQ 180
Willem Jacob 's Gravesande
Science & Intellect · Duchy of Brabant
Born September 26, 1688 IQ 180
Emanuel Swedenborg
Science & Intellect · Swedish Empire
Born February 8, 1688 IQ 165

About the Geniuses of 1688

The year 1688 gave the world 3 extraordinary minds across Science & Intellect. The year 1688 was in the Age of Enlightenment, when reason, science, and individual rights transformed civilization.

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Alexander Pope is among the most notable geniuses born in 1688, recognized for contributions to science & intellect.

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