Harold Taylor

British mathematician, theoretical physicist, academic administrator and architectural historian (1907–1995)
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Summary

Harold Taylor was born on May 13, 1907[1]. He died on October 23, 1995[2]. He worked as a physicist[3], art historian[4], and archaeologist[5]. He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[7]
  • Field of work: Anglo-Saxon archaeology[8]
  • Employer: University of Cambridge[9], University of Keele[10]
  • Educated at: University of Otago[11]
  • Doctoral advisor: Ralph H. Fowler[12]
  • Award received: Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[13], Commander of the Order of the British Empire[14], Frend Medal[15]
  • Member of: Society of Antiquaries of London[16]
  • Sex or gender: male[17]
  • Military branch: British Army[18]
  • Participated in conflict: World War II[19]
  • Family name: Taylor[20]
  • Given name: Harold[21]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]

FAQs

What did Harold Taylor do for work?

Harold Taylor worked as a physicist[3], art historian[4], and archaeologist[5].

Where did Harold Taylor go to school?

Harold Taylor was educated at University of Otago[11].

What awards did Harold Taylor receive?

Honors received include Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries[13], Commander of the Order of the British Empire[14], and Frend Medal[15].

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  16. [1] ↑ . SNAC. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  17. [2] ↑ . SNAC. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  1. [6] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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