John Lawson Johnston
(1839-1900)

Died aged c. 61

John Lawson Johnston (1839– 24 November 1900) was a Scottish entrepreneur and the creator of Bovril. He was born in 29 Main Street, Roslin, Midlothian. A memorial plaque is on the property and can be seen above the door. The plaque was put there by the Roslin Heritage Society.

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Birthplace of John Lawson Johnston Founder of Bovril Beef Tea 1839

Main Street, Roslin, United Kingdom where they was born (1839)