John Taylor (1703 - 1772)
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Bach's friends, family, and important people in his life
15. John Taylor (1703 - 1772)
Taylor was the self-promoting personal eye surgeon to King George II, the Pope, and European royalty. He has been accused by some for accelerating the process by which Handel became blind and many believe that Bach died of complications after Taylor’s surgery.
