John Ardagh (1928-2008) was a British journalist, writer, and broadcaster known for his works exploring culture and society in Europe. He wrote for several publications including The Times and The Observer, focusing on provincial themes. His notable books include 'The New French Revolution' and 'Tale of Five Cities.' Ardagh managed the Good Food Guide and served as European editor for the Good Hotel Guide. He was a member of the Franco-British Council, promoting cross-Channel understanding. Born to a colonial administrator, he had a diverse background through his marriages and family.
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Meaning of the name - John
God is gracious
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John Ardagh belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Nyasaland
Place of Death: London
Educated At: Sherborne School, Dorset | Worcester College, Oxford
Occupation: journalist
Spouses: Katharina Ardagh
Children: Arjuna Ardagh
Employers: The Times | Independent Television News | The Observer | Good Food Guide | Good Hotel Guide
Awards Received: Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 28, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for May 28, 2024 |
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| Sun | 7 Gemini 5 | 7 Gemini 51 | 8 Virgo 59 |
| Moon | 3 Libra 49 | 11 Aquarius 38 | 29 Pisces 40 |
| Mercury | 29 Gemini 41 | 19 Taurus 33 | 23 Virgo 32 |
| Venus | 27 Taurus 51 | 5 Gemini 58 | 26 Virgo 0 |
| Mars | 8 Aries 54 | 21 Aries 25 | 14 Gemini 18 |
| Jupiter | 28 Aries 36 | 0 Gemini 38 | 10 Taurus 21 |
| Saturn | 16 Sagittarius 55 | 18 Pisces 30 | 13 Sagittarius 5 |
| Uranus | 6 Aries 35 | 24 Taurus 1 | 6 Aries 26 |
| Neptune | 26 Leo 31 | 29 Pisces 36 | 29 Leo 19 |
| Pluto | 15 Cancer 41 | 1 Aquarius 56 | 17 Cancer 57 |
| Rahu | 9 Gemini 46 | 13 Aries 0 | 4 Gemini 41 |
| Ketu | 9 Sagittarius 46 | 13 Libra 0 | 4 Sagittarius 41 |
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