David Attenborough

David Attenborough (born 1926) is a British biologist, television producer and television presenter.

Also recorded as Sir David Attenborough; Sir David Frederick Attenborough.

Overview

Recorded at birth as David Frederick Attenborough.

Born at Isleworth in 1926.

In detail

David Attenborough studied at University College London, Clare College and Wyggeston Grammar School for Boys. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is conservation, environmental protection and literary activity. The authority associates the name with environmentalism.

Employment is recorded with British Broadcasting Corporation. Membership is recorded of Royal Society, American Academy of Arts and Sciences and Society of Antiquaries of London.

Work by David Attenborough is recorded in the collections of National Museum of World Cultures.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Commander of the Royal Victorian Order, Kalinga Prize and Princess of Asturias Award for Social Sciences.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “David Attenborough”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q183337: David Attenborough

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