L. Hugh Sackett
British archaeologist best known for his work at Lefkandi and Palaikastro
About L. Hugh Sackett
Lived 1928 – 2020 (aged 91). L. Hugh Sackett was a British classical archaeologist, teacher, classical scholar and archaeologist.
Leyland Hugh Sackett (13 August 1928 – 12 April 2020) was an archeologist credited with being among the discoverers of the Palaikastro Kouros.
Education
Sackett attended Merton College at Oxford.
Personal life Sackett married his wife Eleanor in 1995.
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Who was L. Hugh Sackett?
British archaeologist best known for his work at Lefkandi and Palaikastro (1928-2020)
When was L. Hugh Sackett born?
L. Hugh Sackett was born on 13 August 1928 in Oxford.
When did L. Hugh Sackett die?
L. Hugh Sackett died on 12 April 2020 in Groton.
What was L. Hugh Sackett's occupation?
L. Hugh Sackett was a classical archaeologist, teacher, classical scholar and archaeologist.
What nationality was L. Hugh Sackett?
L. Hugh Sackett was British.
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