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Denys Finch Hatton
(1887 - 1931)
English hunter
English hunter
English aristocrat and renowned big-game hunter known for his pioneering safaris in East Africa and his relationship with writer Karen Blixen.
Born into British aristocracy in 1887, Denys Finch Hatton pursued art before turning to African safari expeditions.
He became celebrated for his respectful approach to big-game hunting and early conservation efforts.
A skilled pilot, he introduced aviation to remote regions of Tanganyika.
Finch Hatton's charismatic personality and partnership with Karen Blixen inspired the memoir 'Out of Africa'.
Tragically, he died in a plane crash in 1931, cementing his legend in colonial African history.
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Denys Finch Hatton