Sir Halley Stewart - Preacher, Politician, Businessman, Benefactor: Founder of The Sir Halley Stewart Trust

First published in 1968, Sir Halley Stewart was the second oldest man ever to be knighted in Britain in 1932. He made two fortunes and left almost all his wealth to a trust with a Christian foundation and the aim of promoting pioneer research. He was a preacher, politician, industrialist, and public benefactor.