John Propert

Born in 1793 in Blaenpistyll, Blaenannerch, Cardiganshire, Propert was the only son of Thomas Propert and his wife Jane. After an early education at Cardigan Grammar School, in 1808, at the age of fifteen, he joined the Cardiganshire militia. In 1809 he carried the regimental colours at a parade for the Golden Jubilee of George III. With no resources to buy a commission, he left to become a surgeon's assistant in Cardigan, learning the work of an apothecary, dispensing medicines. Aged seventeen, with money from a relation, Propert joined St Bartholomew's Hospital in Smithfield, London, as a medical student. He was licensed as a naval surgeon and was a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons by the age of 21. ==Career==

After qualifying as a surgeon, Propert returned to Cardigan and started a practice there. He later returned to the capital city and carried on a practice in Portland Place, Marylebone, Westminster, until his death. He had many rich patients. ==Personal life==

In September 1824, Propert married Julia Anne, only daughter of Robert Ross, of Cork, a solicitor. They had three sons and four daughters, and one of their sons, John Lumsden Propert, followed his father's profession and in due course took over his practice in Marylebone, also becoming an art critic. ==Notes==