Dudley Stamp, L.

Lawrence Dudley Stamp was one of the most influential geographers in the British and international scene in the mid-twentieth century. In a career of almost 50 years he made significant contributions to the development of land-use studies, and applied and tropical geography. His work consistently intersected with the needs of the British state in both colonial and national contexts. Like many of his peers, Stamp's colonial experience had a profound impact in shaping his interventions in Britain, notably through his commitment to survey methodologies and environmental and resources management. He is perhaps best known for his work on the first Land Utilisation Survey of Great Britain (1930-1942), an achievement which defined his career.