Sir Geraint Llewellyn Evans; Benjamin Britten
1 portrait of Benjamin Britten
© National Portrait Gallery, London
Sir Geraint Llewellyn Evans; Benjamin Britten
by Keystone Press Agency Ltd
bromide press print, 1953
8 1/8 in. x 10 in. (206 mm x 255 mm) image size
Given by (Rupert) James Edward Youle
Photographs Collection
NPG x139669
Sittersback to top
- (Edward) Benjamin Britten, Baron Britten (1913-1976), Composer. Sitter in 120 portraits, Artist or producer of 5 portraits.
- Sir Geraint Llewellyn Evans (1922-1992), Opera singer. Sitter in 7 portraits.
Artistback to top
- Keystone Press Agency Ltd, Photographers. Artist or producer associated with 190 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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