Wendell phillips archaeologist biography of nancy
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Wendell Phillips (archaeologist)
American archaeologist and oil magnate
Wendell Phillips (1921 – December 4, 1975) was an American archaeologist and oil magnate who led some of the first archaeological expeditions in the areas that are part of modern-day Yemen and Oman.
Wendell phillips archaeologist biography of nancy
Excavating primarily in the 1950s, Phillips unearthed artifacts from the ancient kingdom of Sabaʾ. He was famous in the United States for his dashing style and adventurous stories, leading to his nickname, "America's Lawrence of Arabia".
Following his archaeological career, Phillips acquired oil concessions in Oman, Venezuela, South Korea, Indonesia, and other countries, which made him the largest individual holder of oil rights in the world, and gave him a net worth of $120 million.[1]
Early life and education
Phillips was born in Oakland, California in 1921.[2] His mother, Sunshine, was a gold prospector in California.
His family was poor, and Phillips worked various jobs as a youth,