William Turnage Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

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William Albert Turnage (1942-2017) was a key figure in environmental advocacy as the director of The Wilderness Society from 1978 to 1985. He transformed the organization into a more effective and professional advocacy group. Raised in Washington D.C., he studied history at Yale University, later shifting to forestry and environmental studies. Turnage worked closely with renowned photographer Ansel Adams, managing his photography business. He was also a notable critic of James G. Watt, a controversial Interior Secretary during the Reagan Administration.

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Meaning of the name - William

resolute protector, strong-willed warrior

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December 9, 1942 Facts

Generation Group

William Turnage belongs to the Silent Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Tucson

Place of Death: Mill Valley

Educated At: Yale University

Occupation: conservationist

Employers: The Wilderness Society | Ansel Adams

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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.