On this day in 1660: The birth of Sir Hans Sloane, father of the Sloane Ranger

City AM — Apr 16, 04:24 AM

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On this day, 16 April, in 1660, Sir Hans Sloane, whose name would later be lent to London socialite class the Sloane Rangers, was born.