Ivor Forbes Guest
English lawyer and historian
Born
April 14th, 1920
105 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 98 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1920, this individual had a significant career as a lawyer and historian. Specializing in law, he contributed extensively to legal literature. Additionally, he wrote numerous books on historical subjects, demonstrating a strong command of both historical and legal analysis. His work in legal history has been influential among scholars and practitioners alike.
Authored multiple books on legal history
Contributed to legal literature
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