Dean R. Campbell
Dean Richard Campbell (born March 10, 1928 in Topeka , Kansas ; † January 11, 2017 in Wickenburg , Arizona ) was an American soldier who became known for the establishment of the "World Left-Handers Day".
He graduated from Topeka High School and attended the University of Kansas . In 1950 Campbell began his career in the United States Army . As a captain, he retired from military service after 24 years.
In 1975 Campbell founded the association "Lefthanders international" and on August 13, 1976 founded the International Left-Handers Day. For this he consciously chose a day of popular belief , Friday the 13th , to counter prejudices against left-handers.
Web links
- Life Legacy - Campbell's Résumé
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Campbell, Dean R. |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Campbell, Dean Richard (full name) |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American soldier |
| DATE OF BIRTH | March 10, 1928 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Topeka , Kansas |
| DATE OF DEATH | January 11, 2017 |
| Place of death | Wickenburg , Arizona |