C. L. R. James Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

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C. L. R. James was a Trinidadian historian, journalist, and socialist, influential in post-colonial studies and literature. Born on January 4, 1901, he authored notable works including 'The Black Jacobins' and 'World Revolution', which sparked debates in Trotskyist circles. His writings often addressed the significance of organized self-struggle among African Americans and highlighted his experiences in cricket. James's first novel, 'Minty Alley', was published in Britain in 1936, marking a significant contribution to Caribbean literature and post-colonial discourse. He passed away on May 31, 1989.

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January 4, 1901 Facts

Generation Group

C. L. R. James belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Tunapuna

Place of Death: London

Educated At: Queen's Royal College

Occupation: activist | trade unionist | political activist | novelist | philosopher | journalist | translator | historian | writer

Spouses: Constance Webb | Selma James

Employers: University of the District of Columbia | The Guardian

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.