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The National Gallery and Royal Institution (Royal Scottish Academy), Edinburgh

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The National Gallery and Royal Institution (Royal Scottish Academy), Edinburgh

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William Donaldson Clark

1916 – 1985

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Top 3 worksThe National Gallery and Royal Institution (Royal Scottish Academy), Edinburgh
Lifespan69 years
Copyright statusUnder copyright
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Art periodModern
Works on APS1

Biography

William Donaldson Clark: A Life in Economics, Public Service, and Photography

Early Life and Education (1916-1938)

Birth and Family: William Donaldson Clark was born on July 28, 1916, in Haltwhistle, Northumberland, England. He was the son of John McClare Clark and Marion Jackson.
Education: He received his early education at Oundle School, an independent school. Subsequently, he attended Oriel College, Oxford, where he earned a First Class degree in modern history.
Commonwealth Fellowship: In 1938, Clark pursued further studies as a Commonwealth Fellow at the University of Chicago.

Career and Public Service (1946-1980)

Encyclopædia Britannica: From 1946 to 1949, he served as the London editor for *Encyclopædia Britannica*.
Journalism: He transitioned into journalism in 1949 and became a foreign affairs correspondent for *The Observer* newspaper.
Press Secretary to Anthony Eden: Clark held the position of press secretary to Anthony Eden, a significant role during the Suez Crisis (1956). He resigned shortly after the crisis due to disagreements regarding media coverage.
Overseas Development Institute: From 1960 to 1968, he served as the first director of the Overseas Development Institute, focusing on international development issues.
World Bank: Clark joined the World Bank in 1974 and held the position of Vice President in Charge of External Affairs until 1980.

Photography and Artistic Pursuits

Amateur Photographer: While primarily known for his career in economics and public service, William Donaldson Clark was also an amateur photographer. He utilized his knowledge of chemistry in his photographic practice.
Edinburgh Street Scenes: Around 1860, he documented several Edinburgh street scenes through photography. These images provide a valuable historical record of the city during that period.
Notable Works: Examples of his work include photographs of High Street, Edinburgh and Princes Street (July 1858).

Legacy and Death (1985)

Contributions to Economics and Public Service: Clark's career spanned diverse fields, leaving a mark on economics, international development, and public policy. His involvement in the Suez Crisis and his role at the World Bank highlight his engagement with significant global events.
Death: He died on June 27, 1985, at his home in Cuxham, Oxfordshire, from liver cancer. He was survived by his brothers Kenneth and Nicholas.

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