Derek Renn
British historian (1930-2019)
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Summary
Derek Renn was born on February 16, 1930[1], in London Borough of Hackney[2]. He died on May 31, 2019[3]. He worked as a historian[4], actuary[5], Beamter[6], and independent scholar[7]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: 1930[9]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[10]
- Field of work: castellology[11]
- Employer: Government Actuary's Department[12]
- Educated at: Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet[13], University of Southampton[14]
- Doctoral advisor: Barry Cunliffe[15], David Hinton[16], Colin Renfrew[17]
- Award received: Commander of the Order of the British Empire[18], Reginald Taylor Essay Prize[19], Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[20], Fellow of the Royal Historical Society[21]
- Influenced by: David James Cathcart King[22], A. J. Taylor[23], Stuart Eborall Rigold[24]
- Sex or gender: male[25]
- Academic degree: Doctor of Philosophy[26]
- Family name: Renn[27]
- Given name: Derek[28], Frank[29]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[30]
FAQs
Where was Derek Renn born?
Derek Renn's place of birth was London Borough of Hackney[2].
What did Derek Renn do for work?
Derek Renn worked as a historian[4], actuary[5], Beamter[6], and independent scholar[7].
Where did Derek Renn go to school?
Derek Renn was educated at Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet[13] and University of Southampton[14].
What awards did Derek Renn receive?
Honors received include Commander of the Order of the British Empire[18], Reginald Taylor Essay Prize[19], Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[20], and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society[21].