Leonard Knight Elmhirst
Leonard Knight Elmhirst | |
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Elmhirst in 1924 | |
| Chairman of the Dartington Trust | |
| In office 1931–1972 | |
| Succeeded by | Maurice Ash |
| Devon County Councillor for Harberton | |
| In office 1937–1952 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 6 June 1893 Worsbrough, West Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
| Died | 16 April 1974 (aged 80) |
| Nationality | British subject |
| Spouses | |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Philanthropist and agronomist |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1918–1919 |
Leonard Knight Elmhirst FRSA (6 June 1893 – 16 April 1974) was a British philanthropist and agronomist who worked extensively in India. He co-founded with his wife, Dorothy, the Dartington Hall project in progressive education and rural reconstruction.