Basil William Shotto Mackenzie, 2nd Baron Amulree
1 portrait of Basil William Shotto Mackenzie, 2nd Baron Amulree
© National Portrait Gallery, London
Basil William Shotto Mackenzie, 2nd Baron Amulree
by Francis Goodman
nine 2 1/4 inch square film negatives, July 1953
Bequeathed by the estate of Francis Goodman, 1989
Photographs Collection
NPG x195098
Sitterback to top
- Basil William Shotto Mackenzie, 2nd Baron Amulree (1900-1983), Physician and geriatrician. Sitter in 12 portraits.
Artistback to top
- Francis Goodman (1913-1989), Photographer. Artist or producer of 1400 portraits, Sitter in 6 portraits.
Events of 1953back to top
Current affairs
A combination of low pressure in the North Sea, hurricane force winds, and high tides result in the Great Flood of 1953. With no warning system many were trapped in their homes as 20-foot waves crashed on the coast; hundreds were killed at sea and on the east coast.John Hunt's British Expedition conquers Everest. News of the achievement reached Britain on the day of Elizabeth's coronation.
Art and science
Frances Crick and James Watson discover the double helix structure of DNA. Uncovering DNA's chemical make-up revolutionised our understanding of the building blocks of life.Ian Fleming publishes his first James Bond novel, Casino Royal.
Chad Varah founds 'The Samaritans' helpline.
International
Joseph Stalin dies four days after suffering a stroke. It has been suggested that Stalin was assassinated, as he was denied medical assistance for over a day after he was found; many suspect that he was poisoned. On his death Georgy Malenkov became leader of the Soviet Union.Comments back to top
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