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Bill Travers - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 03, 1922 |
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| Died | March 29, 1994 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | Sunderland, County Durham, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Bill Travers's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as George Adamson in 'Born Free' (1966), and for his dedication to animal rights and welfare causes. |
Intro
Bill Travers was a British actor, director, producer, and screenwriter best known for his starring role in the film 'Born Free' and for his long-term activism for animal welfare.
Early Life & Background
Bill Travers was born William Inglis Lindon Travers on January 3, 1922, in Sunderland, England. He served as a major in the British Army during World War II before pursuing a career in acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as George Adamson in 'Born Free' (1966), alongside his wife Virginia McKenna.
- Appeared in notable films such as 'Geordie' (1955), 'Bhowani Junction' (1956), and 'Ring of Bright Water' (1969).
- Directed and produced films focused on animal welfare, including several documentaries.
- Co-founded the Born Free Foundation with Virginia McKenna to promote wildlife conservation.
Trivia
- Travers served in the British Indian Army during World War II and was awarded the Military Cross.
- After 'Born Free', he became a passionate animal rights campaigner, helping to establish the Born Free Foundation in 1984.
- He was married to actress Virginia McKenna.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bill Travers born?
Bill Travers was born the 3 January 1922.
Where is Bill Travers from?
Sunderland, County Durham, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About January 3rd, 1922, in brief:
- Historical events: Berthold Delbrück, a prominent linguist based in Jena, Germany, continued his groundbreaking work in the study of Indo-European languages. His research significantly advanced the understanding of linguistic evolution and comparative linguistics.
- Day of the week: January 3rd, 1922 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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