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'''Subject's complete name''' (birthdate – death) can be a lead-in to the '''subject's popular name'''. Describe the subject's nationality and profession(s) in which the subject is most notable. Provide a description of the subject's major contributions in the immediately relevant field(s) of notable expertise. | '''Subject's complete name''' (birthdate – death) can be a lead-in to the '''subject's popular name'''. Describe the subject's nationality and profession(s) in which the subject is most notable. Provide a description of the subject's major contributions in the immediately relevant field(s) of notable expertise. | ||
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== Philosophical and/or political views == | == Philosophical and/or political views == | ||
We are not a soapbox for individuals to espouse their views. However, views held by politicians, writers, and others may be ''summarized'' in their biography only to the extent those views are covered by [[WP:RS|reliable sources]] that are ''independent'' of the control of the politician, writer, etc. | |||
== Published works == | == Published works == | ||
If any, list the works organized by date of publication | If any, list the works organized by date of publication. | ||
== Recognition == | == Recognition == | ||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
List official websites, organizations named after the subject, and other interesting yet relevant websites. No spam. | List official websites, organizations named after the subject, and other interesting yet relevant websites. No spam. | ||
Revision as of 04:32, 20 June 2025
Subject's complete name (birthdate – death) can be a lead-in to the subject's popular name. Describe the subject's nationality and profession(s) in which the subject is most notable. Provide a description of the subject's major contributions in the immediately relevant field(s) of notable expertise.
Biography
Ensure that the following sections are organized by year.[1]
Early life
Explain the subject's early life historically using a journalistic style.[1]
Marriage and children
If the subject married and gave birth, describe the marriage and list their children.
- Subject's son (birthdate – death) If notable, provide a brief single-line description.
- Subject's daughter (birthdate – death) If notable, provide a brief single-line description.
Death
[If applicable] Legacy If any, describe. See Charles Darwin for an example.
Philosophical and/or political views
We are not a soapbox for individuals to espouse their views. However, views held by politicians, writers, and others may be summarized in their biography only to the extent those views are covered by reliable sources that are independent of the control of the politician, writer, etc.
Published works
If any, list the works organized by date of publication.
Recognition
Include honours, decorations, awards, and distinctions in this section, if any.
See also
List related Wikipedia articles in alphabetical order. Common nouns are listed first. Proper nouns follow.
References/Notes and references
Always cite your sources! No original research!
Further reading
Add links to further readers' research.
External links
List official websites, organizations named after the subject, and other interesting yet relevant websites. No spam.
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Last, first (date). Name of page. Page xx. Publisher: xxxx