Francis Drake | |
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| Born | 1696 Pontefract, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Died | 16 March 1771 Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
| Known for | Publishing a history of York |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | History Archaeology |
Francis Drake (January 1696 – 16 March 1771) was an English antiquary and surgeon, best known as the author of an influential history of York, which he entitled Eboracum after the Roman name for the city.