Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Alfred Harmsworth, 1st Viscount Northcliffe

Role / Field:

Pioneering British publishing magnate, owner of the Daily Mail and Daily Mirror.

Born:

1865-07-15

Died:

1922-08-14

Century / Era:

1865s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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