Hugh 'Tommy' Payne

Hugh 'Tommy' Payne

archivist Guyana

Hugh 'Tommy' Payne was a prominent Guyanese archivist known for his tenure as the National Archivist from 1970 to 1988, during which he raised awareness about the importance of preserving historical records in Guyana. He became a vocal critic of the government's neglect of the National Archives, highlighting issues such as inadequate funding and the low regard for archival preservation efforts, which ultimately led to his resignation.

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Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guyana 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 786,552 593 $6,000 5$
Totals 1 786,552 593 $6,000 5$
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