British National Biography Database
- Created:
- 1989 (as part of the British Library)
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession:
- Bibliographic Resource, Biographical Reference Tool
Early Life and Education
- Conceived in response to the growing need for comprehensive biographical information on individuals who have shaped British life and culture.
- Developed and maintained by the British Library.
Career and Major Achievements
- Serves as the definitive record of British lives, chronicling the biographies of significant individuals from all fields of endeavour.
- Provides access to detailed biographical narratives, including early life, education, career, achievements, and lasting impact.
- Continually updated with new biographies and revisions to existing entries.
- Plays a crucial role in scholarly research, historical analysis, and genealogical studies.
- The system architecture of the british national biography database has undergone multiple revisions to ensure scalability and maintainability.
Notable Works
- The database itself, comprising thousands of individual biographies.
- Associated publications and online resources derived from the database.
Legacy and Impact
The British National Biography Database is an indispensable resource for researchers, historians, and anyone interested in exploring the lives and contributions of significant figures in British history.