William Cyril Desmond Pacey Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

William Cyril Desmond Pacey (1917-1975) was a pioneering figure in Canadian literary criticism and an accomplished author of poetry and short stories. He played a significant role as an academic administrator at the University of New Brunswick, where he served as chair of the English Department in the 1940s. Pacey collaborated with colleagues to establish English PhD programs at multiple universities, challenging the dominance of the University of Toronto in Canadian higher education. His contributions to literature and education were recognized with the Lorne Pierce Medal from the Royal Society of Canada in 1972.

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Meaning of the name - William

resolute protector, strong-willed warrior

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May 1, 1917 Facts

Generation Group

William Cyril Desmond Pacey belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Dunedin

Place of Death: Fredericton

Educated At: University of Toronto

Occupation: literary scholar | man of letters | literary critic | university teacher | writer

Employers: University of New Brunswick

Awards Received: Lorne Pierce Medal | Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada

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Astrology Analysis

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