* Both were born in Massachusetts. Miller was born in New York City in 1915, but his family moved to Massachusetts when he was young. Proctor was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1632.
* Both were involved in the American theater. Miller was a playwright, and Proctor was an actor.
* Both were strong critics of the government. Miller was a political activist, and he wrote several plays that criticized the American government. Proctor was also a critic of the government, and he was involved in the Salem witch trials.
* Both died in the 20th century. Miller died in 2005, and Proctor died in 1692.
Differences between Arthur Miller and John Proctor
* Miller was a playwright, and Proctor was an actor.
* Miller lived in the 20th century, and Proctor lived in the 17th century.
* Miller was a political activist, and Proctor was a critic of the government.