Historical Figure
George Harrison
1943–2001
English musician (1943–2001)
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Key Dates
Birth
1943 February 25, 1943 →Biography
George Harrison was an English musician who achieved international fame as the lead guitarist of the Beatles. Known as "the quiet Beatle", Harrison played a significant role in shaping the band's musical direction and established a successful solo career, particularly through his interest in non-Western musical influences.
Timeline
English singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer (The Beatles, The Quarrymen, Traveling Wilburys, and Plastic Ono Band) (d. 2001)
February 25 →The Concert for Bangladesh, organized by former Beatle George Harrison, is held at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
August 1 →More from the Interwar & WWII
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