Leonard Knight Elmhirst
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Leonard Knight Elmhirst FRSA (6 June 1893 – 16 April 1974) was a British philanthropist and agronomist who worked extensively in India. He co-founded with his wife, Dorothy, the Dartington Hall project in progressive education and rural reconstruction.
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Leonard Knight Elmhirst | |
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Chairman of the Dartington Trust | |
In office 1931–1972 | |
Succeeded by | Maurice Ash |
Devon County Councillor for Harberton | |
In office 1937–1952 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1893-06-06)6 June 1893 Worsbrough, West Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
Died | 16 April 1974(1974-04-16) (aged 80) |
Nationality | British subject |
Spouses | |
Children | 2 |
Alma mater | |
Occupation | Philanthropist and agronomist |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | British Army |
Years of service | 1918–19 |
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