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Henry Briggs MathematicianEssay title: Henry Briggs MathematicianHenry BriggsHenry Briggs was born in Yorkshire, England and attended St. Johns College in Cambridge. He graduated in 1581 and 1585 and became a lecturer of mathematics in 1592. In 1596 Briggs became the first professor of geometry at Gresham College in London. By 1615 he was completely engaged.