Sir John Harington, of Kelston, Somerset, England, but born in London, was an English courtier, author and translator popularly known as the inventor of the flush toilet. Wikipedia
Born: August 4, 1561, Kelston, United Kingdom
Died: November 20, 1612 (age 51 years), Kelston, United Kingdom
Known for: Modern flush toilet
Parents: Isabella Markham and John Harington
Education: Eton College and King's College, Cambridge
Siblings: Hester Harington and Francis Harington
Baptised: 4 August 1560