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, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for February 17, 2024 |
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| Sun | 28 Aquarius 31 | 28 Aquarius 31 | 9 Gemini 40 |
| Moon | 23 Gemini 37 | 11 Gemini 40 | 0 Aries -12 |
| Mercury | 16 Pisces 15 | 20 Aquarius 13 | 0 Cancer 46 |
| Venus | 15 Aries 2 | 1 Aquarius 17 | 29 Aries 10 |
| Mars | 3 Aries 24 | 3 Aquarius 25 | 17 Gemini 43 |
| Jupiter | 15 Virgo 38 | 9 Taurus 20 | 9 Virgo 39 |
| Saturn | 23 Virgo 54 | 8 Pisces 22 | 18 Virgo 46 |
| Uranus | 5 Pisces 12 | 19 Taurus 18 | 9 Pisces 32 |
| Neptune | 11 Leo 55 | 26 Pisces 18 | 11 Leo 22 |
| Pluto | 6 Cancer 58 | 0 Aquarius 52 | 7 Cancer 41 |
| Rahu | 0 Scorpio 28 | 18 Aries 21 | 25 Libra 1 |
| Ketu | 0 Taurus 28 | 18 Libra 21 | 25 Aries 1 |
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