John Robert Gregg
Irish inventor and writer (1867-1948) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 80
John Robert Gregg was an Irish-born American educator, publisher, and inventor, best known as the creator of the eponymous shorthand writing system, Gregg shorthand.
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Developed in the late 19th century and refined over several decades, Gregg shorthand became one of the most widely used systems of shorthand in the English-speaking world, particularly in business and educational settings during the 20th century.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1867 to 1948 · aged 80
