Date of Birth: 13 April 1928
Zodiac Sign: Unknown
Date of Death: 5 September 1999
Biography
Alan Kenneth Mackenzie Clark (13 April 1928 – 5 September 1999) was a British Conservative Member of Parliament (MP), historian, and diarist. Known for his wit and charm, Clark was one of the most controversial and colorful figures in British politics. He was educated at Eton College and Christ Church, Oxford, before serving in the military and eventually entering politics. He first became an MP for the Plymouth Sutton constituency in 1974 and later for Kensington and Chelsea. Clark served in various capacities under Margaret Thatcher, including as Minister of State for Trade and Minister for Defence Procurement. His diaries, published posthumously, give a candid and often scathing insight into the political scene of the time.
5 Interesting Facts about Alan Clark
1. Clark was known for his romantic escapades and was often in the tabloids for his affairs.
2. He was an accomplished historian and authored several books on military history.
3. Clark was a staunch animal rights advocate and a vegetarian.
4. He was known for his eccentric and flamboyant style, often arriving at the House of Commons in an old Rolls-Royce.
5. His diaries are considered some of the most revealing and entertaining political diaries ever published.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Alan Clark
1. “There are no true friends in politics. We are all sharks circling, and waiting, for traces of blood to appear in the water.”
2. “I have never met a politician who has told the truth.”
3. “History is a continuous process of interaction between human beings and their environment.”
4. “The only thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about.”
5. “If you want to know who your friends are, get yourself a jail sentence.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Alan Clark’s net worth was estimated to be around £10 million.
Children
Alan Clark had three children with his wife, Jane Clark. Their names are: 1. Drusilla Clark 2. Peregrine Clark 3. Isabella Clark
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia: Alan Clark](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Clark
2. [The Guardian Obituary](https://www.theguardian.com/news/1999/sep/06/guardianobituaries
3. [BBC Biography](http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/440628.stm
4. [The Diaries of Alan Clark](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/646410.The_Diaries_of_Alan_Clark
5. [Alan Clark’s Political Career](https://www.parliament.uk/biographies/commons/mr-alan-clark/1529
