Was Sir Isaac Newton knighted?

On this day in 1705, Isaac Newton was knighted by England's Queen Anne. Sir, as he was henceforth known, Isaac Newton was born in the hamlet of Woolsthorpe. read more

Isaac Newton, one of the most famous and influential scientists in history, may not have been knighted for his seminal contributions to the field of science, as most people might think. Rather, the knighting of the renowned English physicist and mathematician was likely connected with political considerations. read more

On this day in 1705, Isaac Newton was knighted by England’s Queen Anne. Sir, as he was henceforth known, Isaac Newton was born in the hamlet of Woolsthorpe, Lincolnshire in 1642. read more