Sir John Franklin was knighted by Queen Victoria in 1846. Franklin was a British Royal Navy officer and explorer known for his Arctic expeditions. The knighthood recognized his contributions to exploration and his service in the navy.
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He was Knighted for services to his Country. See the link for his bio.
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He was knighted by George IV on April 29th 1829, after his second Arctic expedition.
1. He was knighted. 2. He was British. 3. He was in the navy. 4. He was married. 5. He died.
Sir Paul McCartney is the Beatle who was knighted.
Sir John Franklin was a British Naval Officer and explorer.
Sir John Franklin was famous for exploring! Tinkergirl020!!
Ireland. He was knighted by the Earl of Essex.
Elton John was knighted by Her Majesty The Queen in 1997.
Sir John Franklin was born in Spilsby, Lincolnshire, UK, in 1786.
Sir John Franklin died on June 11, 1847.
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One can obtain a "Sir" title by being knighted by a monarch or receiving an honor from the British government for outstanding achievements or service to the community.