Bernard Cornwell

Historical fiction author; Sharpe series

Bernard Cornwell - Historical fiction author; Sharpe series
Born

February 23rd, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

An English author and educator, contributions include the creation of the Sharpe series, which follows the adventures of Richard Sharpe during the Napoleonic Wars. Other notable works include the Last Kingdom series, focusing on the history of England during the Viking Age. Cornwell's writing is characterized by extensive historical research and engaging narratives, appealing to a wide readership interested in historical fiction.

Authored the Sharpe series consisting of 21 novels

Created the Last Kingdom series, adapted into a popular TV show

Published over 50 novels in total

Other People Born on February 23rd

Nick de Bois

English politician and a Parliament member
Born
February 23rd, 1959 66 years ago

Served as a Member of Parliament for Enfield North from 2010 to 2015. Held the position of Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Secretary of State for Transport. Actively participated in committee work and contributed to the discussions around various legislative matters. Engaged with local communities and addressed their concerns through advocacy at the parliamentary level.

Continue Reading

Radosław Sikorski

Polish journalist and politician
Born
February 23rd, 1963 62 years ago

Served as the 11th Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland from 2007 to 2014. Played a key role in shaping Poland's foreign policy during the period, focusing on strengthening relations with the European Union and NATO. Contributed to discussions regarding security and defense in Europe. Worked as an influential journalist and has written extensively on international affairs and domestic politics.

Continue Reading

Vasily Lazarev

Russian astronaut and physician
Born
February 23rd, 1928 97 years ago
Died
December 31st, 1990 34 years ago — 62 years old

Served as a colonel in the Soviet Air Force and contributed to the Soviet space program as a physician and cosmonaut. Participated in the Soyuz 14 mission in 1974, which involved a successful docking with the Salyut 7 space station. Conducted scientific research during the mission that contributed to the understanding of long-duration spaceflight effects on the human body.

Continue Reading

Skylar Grey

Singer-songwriter for major hits.
Born
February 23rd, 1986 39 years ago

Born in 1986, a singer-songwriter gained prominence through collaborations with various artists and for solo work. Initial recognition came with the song 'Coming Home' featuring Diddy, which reached commercial success. Another notable track, 'I Need a Doctor,' included contributions from Dr. Dre and Eminem, further solidifying a position in the music industry. The ability to blend pop and hip-hop elements characterized the musical style, leading to multiple Grammy nominations over the years. Authentic songwriting captured personal experiences and emotions, resonating with a wide audience.

Continue Reading

Paul Tibbets

American general and pilot of Enola Gay
Born
February 23rd, 1915 110 years ago
Died
November 1st, 2007 17 years ago — 92 years old

Served as a general in the United States Air Force. Played a critical role during World War II as a pilot and commanded the aircraft that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in 1945. Tibbets was pivotal in the development of strategic bombing tactics. His career included various leadership roles in military operations post-war, influencing airpower doctrine.

Continue Reading

Agnes Smedley

American journalist and author
Born
February 23rd, 1892 133 years ago
Died
1950 75 years ago — 58 years old

Born in 1892, a journalist and writer contributed extensively to political and social causes, focusing on issues such as women's rights and anti-imperialism. Actively involved with various socialist movements, reported on the Chinese Revolution, and advocated for reform in both China and the United States. Authored several works detailing experiences and struggles in China, providing insights into the sociopolitical climate of the era. Engaged with influential communist figures and fostered international understanding through her writings.

Continue Reading