John Barrett Hasted (1921–2002) was a British physicist and folk musician known for his dual contributions to radar development and the English folk music revival. He pioneered radar technology during World War II and advocated for political folksongs post-war. Hasted also founded the London Youth Choir and the Ramblers folk group, promoting skiffle music. His notable publications include works on atomic physics, showcasing his academic prowess. After a successful career, he retired in Cornwall, where he wrote his memoirs. Hasted's passion for folk music and leftist politics significantly influenced 20th-century British music.
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Meaning of the name - John
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Place of Birth: Suffolk
Place of Death: Penzance, Cornwall
Educated At: Winchester College
Occupation: musician | physicist
Spouses: Elizabeth Gregson
Children: Twin daughters
Employers: Birkbeck, University of London
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 28 Aquarius 31 | 29 Aquarius 17 | 10 Gemini 37 |
| Moon | 23 Gemini 37 | 26 Libra 16 | 12 Aries 26 |
| Mercury | 16 Pisces 15 | 5 Pisces 55 | 2 Cancer 16 |
| Venus | 15 Aries 2 | 8 Aries 1 | 29 Aries 44 |
| Mars | 3 Aries 24 | 17 Cancer 16 | 18 Gemini 24 |
| Jupiter | 15 Virgo 38 | 11 Gemini 34 | 9 Virgo 44 |
| Saturn | 23 Virgo 54 | 19 Pisces 15 | 18 Virgo 47 |
| Uranus | 5 Pisces 12 | 23 Taurus 25 | 9 Pisces 33 |
| Neptune | 11 Leo 55 | 28 Pisces 29 | 11 Leo 24 |
| Pluto | 6 Cancer 58 | 2 Aquarius 34 | 7 Cancer 42 |
| Rahu | 0 Scorpio 28 | 28 Pisces 58 | 24 Libra 57 |
| Ketu | 0 Taurus 28 | 28 Virgo 58 | 24 Aries 57 |
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