Daniel Lambert
English animal breeder and exhibitor
Born
March 13th, 1770
255 years ago
Died
1809
216 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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An English animal breeder gained attention for breeding large livestock, particularly large sheep and pigs. Lambert exhibited these animals at various agricultural shows, where they drew considerable admiration and were pivotal in livestock breeding circles. His prowess in breeding led to significant discussions on animal husbandry practices during his time. In addition to his work with livestock, Lambert himself became a figure of interest due to his large physical stature, making him a recognized character across England. His contributions to animal breeding left a lasting legacy in the realm of agricultural practices.
Breeding large sheep and pigs
Exhibiting livestock at agricultural shows
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