Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Thomas Wharton Biography and Timeline

Follow Thomas Wharton through 2 dated historical records for England.

Thomas Wharton, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
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1542–1656Years on this page

1542

Battle of Solway Moss

Sir · Warden of the English West March · Solway Moss · Warfare / England War

Commands about 3,000 English troops against a Scottish army of roughly 17,000–18,000; English cavalry and Scottish disorder turn the encounter into a rapid English victory.

Role range: 1542-1542

1656

Discovery of Whartons Duct

Science / Medicine

Discovers the submaxillary gland to the mouth

Records, sources and methodology

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