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Lester Charles King

1907 – 1989

British geologist

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About Lester Charles King

Lived 1907 – 1989 (aged 81–82). Lester Charles King was a South African geologist, known for African Surface, Epeirogeny and Pediplain.

Lester Charles King (1907–1989) was an English geologist and geomorphologist known for his theories on scarp retreat. He offered a very different view of the origin of continental landscaping than that of William Morris Davis. For him, the weathering of physical factors in arid areas causes the erosion of the hills, the deposition of the weathered material (pediments) and the deposition of these material in lower altitudes, contributing to the formation of the pediplain. He was also an early proponent of continental drift, having lectured on this matter at a number of U.S. universities during a tour in 1958.

King was a supporter of the Expanding Earth hypothesis.

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Important facts

Born
1907, Wimbledon
Birth century
20th century
Died
1989, Durban
Occupation
Geologist
Nationality
South Africa
Known for
African Surface, Epeirogeny, Pediplain, Scarp retreat
Education
Victoria University of Wellington, University of New Zealand, University of South Africa
Awards
Patron’s Medal; Hamilton Award; Patron's Medal
Also known as
Lester King, L. C. King, Lester C. King, L.C. King, L C King

People in Lester Charles King's life

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1843 – 1922
Christian minister

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lester Charles King?

British geologist

When was Lester Charles King born?

Lester Charles King was born in 1907 in Wimbledon.

When did Lester Charles King die?

Lester Charles King died in 1989 in Durban.

What was Lester Charles King's occupation?

Lester Charles King was a geologist.

What was Lester Charles King known for?

Lester Charles King was known for African Surface, Epeirogeny, Pediplain and Scarp retreat.

What nationality was Lester Charles King?

Lester Charles King was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lester Charles King

· Wikidata: Q12866265

· DBpedia: Lester Charles King

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