David Starkey

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David Starkey

Country

Great Britain

Birth - Death

1945 -

Occupation

Academic

Notable Achievements

CBE

Description

Radio and television personality, and a constitutional expert. Noted for his documentary program 'Monarchy', which profiled the history of the English monarchy, and was shown on Channel 4 in the UK and PBS in the United States. Visiting professor, University of Kent. Founder of LGBTory, the LGBT organization linked to the Conservative party in Great Britain. Hosted a television series examining the historical relationship between the monarchy and British music. Author of numerous books on the subject, notably the best-selling 'Elizabeth: The Struggle for the Throne' (2000). Has caused significant outcry, including the loss of his publishing contract and honourary positions, over his positions on slavery and rape.

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