Sir Richard Winn Livingstone was a prominent British figure who wore many hats during his lifetime. Here's a summary of his achievements:
- Classical Scholar: Livingstone was a distinguished expert in the classics, particularly Greek and Roman literature and history [Wikipedia].
- Educationist: He was a strong advocate for a classical liberal arts education, believing it provided a well-rounded foundation for students [Britannica].
- Academic Administrator: Livingstone served as the vice chancellor of the University of Oxford from 1944 to 1947 [Wikipedia].
Livingstone was born in 1880 and lived to be 80 years old. He spent a significant portion of his career at Oxford University, first as a fellow, tutor, and librarian at Corpus Christi College [Wikipedia]. Even after his retirement in 1950, he remained active by writing and giving lectures, passionately defending the value of a classical education [Britannica].
