James Marr
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Summary
James Marr was born on January 1, 1902[1], in Aberdeenshire[2]. He died on April 30, 1965[3], in London[4]. He worked as an explorer[5], marine biologist[6], biologist[7], and polar explorer[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (57 views/month, #7,291 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: December 9, 1902[10]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[11]
- Field of work: polar exploration[12], marine biology[13], biology[14]
- Educated at: University of Aberdeen[15]
- Award received: Polar Medal[16], W. S. Bruce Medal[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Military branch: Royal Navy[19]
- Participated in conflict: World War II[20]
- Family name: Marr[21]
- Given name: James[22]
- Participant in: Shackleton–Rowett Expedition[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[24]
- Birth name: James William Slessor Marr[25]
- Name in native language: James Marr[26]
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Works and Contributions
Things named for James Marr include Mount Marr[27], a mountain[28] and Marr Ice Piedmont[29], a landform[30].
Why It Matters
James Marr has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 22 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
Entities named for him include Mount Marr[27], a mountain[28] and Marr Ice Piedmont[29], a landform[30].
FAQs
Where was James Marr born?
James Marr's place of birth was Aberdeenshire[2].
Where did James Marr die?
James Marr died in London[4].
What did James Marr do for work?
James Marr worked as an explorer[5], marine biologist[6], biologist[7], and polar explorer[8].
Where did James Marr go to school?
James Marr was educated at University of Aberdeen[15].
What awards did James Marr receive?
Honors received include Polar Medal[16] and W. S. Bruce Medal[17].