British Famous Names Starting with Letter Q

Britain that works to promote and put into practice the Quaker testimonies of equality, justice, pea

Britain that works to promote and put into practice the Quaker testimonies of equality, justice, peace, simplicity and truth. It works alongside both small local and large international pressure groups.

Was a British character actress and singer.She was born in London in 1905, began her career on stage

Was a British character actress and singer.She was born in London in 1905, began her career on stage in 1921, and debuted on film in 1931. She had already amassed 20 years of stage and screen experience when, in 1941, she made the first of more than 30 Hollywood films. She also appeared in cabaret in England and in the United States, starred in a one-woman show, acted in television sitcoms, and provided voices for Disney cartoons.

Quentin Leo Cook grew up in Reigate, Surrey, England, and was educated at Reigate Grammar School. He

Quentin Leo Cook grew up in Reigate, Surrey, England, and was educated at Reigate Grammar School. He started a punk fanzine titled Peroxide with his neighbour Andrew Thomas and art student Ian McKay (formerly Laidlaw). Contemporary with his publishing act

Is an English cartoonist, illustrator and children's author, well known for his collaborations with

Is an English cartoonist, illustrator and children's author, well known for his collaborations with writer Roald Dahl.

Was an English merchant, known for his philanthropic activities. He was born in London, the seventh

Was an English merchant, known for his philanthropic activities. He was born in London, the seventh son of Sir James Weir Hogg (1790–1876). He was educated at Eton College. At Eton he showed strong religious convictions and held prayer meetings. He was also a prominent rifle volunteer and was known as "Piggy Hogg".

Was a British judge and Conservative politician.Hogg was the son of Douglas Hogg, 1st Viscount Hails

Was a British judge and Conservative politician.Hogg was the son of Douglas Hogg, 1st Viscount Hailsham, who was Lord Chancellor under Stanley Baldwin and grandson of another Quintin Hogg, a merchant and philanthropist. He attended Eton College and Christ Church, Oxford, and embarked on an academic career, becoming a Fellow of All Souls in 1931. Although he had originally read classics, he won his prize fellowship in law and was called to the bar in 1932. His favourite hobby was mountain-climbing, and his ankles were broken so many times that in old age he was only able to walk with two canes.