Peter Beaumont
South African archaeologist noted for his excavation and finds in South Africa
About Peter Beaumont
Lived 1935 – 2016 (aged 80–81). Peter Beaumont was a South African archaeologist.
Peter Bernhard Beaumont (November 1935 Cape Town – 31 August 2016 Kimberley) was a South African archaeologist noted for his excavation and finds at Wonderwerk Cave, Kathu, Canteen Kopje and Border Cave, all in South Africa. His work led to the conviction that, rather than trailing Europe and Asia, Southern Africa's Stone Age technology and culture had set the pace.
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Who was Peter Beaumont?
South African archaeologist noted for his excavation and finds in South Africa
When was Peter Beaumont born?
Peter Beaumont was born in 1935.
When did Peter Beaumont die?
Peter Beaumont died on 31 August 2016 in Kimberley.
What was Peter Beaumont's occupation?
Peter Beaumont was an archaeologist.
What nationality was Peter Beaumont?
Peter Beaumont was South African.
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