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Anthony West

★ August 5, 1914 · Hunstanton, England, United Kingdom
Birth data: B — Biography
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Moon Sign
Capricorn
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Sun Sign
Cancer
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Ascendant
Taurus
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Nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Venus / Mercury / Venus · Sep 2026 – Mar 2027
WritersHumanities+Social SciencesSkills - Multi-facetedSelfEmployedExtramarital AffairsLife Path 1Destiny Number 1Soul Number 4

Anthony West's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Anthony West has a Capricorn Moon sign, Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra and a Taurus Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Cancer.

Anthony West Birth Details

Date of birthAugust 5, 1914
Birth time12:05 AM
Birth placeHunstanton, England, United Kingdom
Birth data rating
B — Biography

Birth details sourced from a published biography or autobiography.

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What is Anthony West's Moon sign?

Anthony West's Moon sign is Capricorn in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Anthony West's Nakshatra?

Anthony West's Moon Nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha, with the Moon in Capricorn.

What is Anthony West's Ascendant?

Anthony West's Ascendant (Lagna) is Taurus in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Anthony West's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Anthony West's Sun sign is Cancer. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Anthony West's birth date and birth time?

Anthony West was born on August 5, 1914 at 12:05 AM in Hunstanton, England, United Kingdom. The birth data is rated B (Biography).

Biography

Who is Anthony West?

British noted family, the illegitimate son of a hot and heavy love affair between H.G. Wells and Dame Rebecca West. "Panther" was a nickname his parents used with each other; they were together for ten years before separating. He worked as a dairy farmer and cattle breeder while writing for magazines. From 1943-1945, he was with the BBC. Becoming established as a critic and novelist, West wrote a biography of D.H. Lawrence in 1948 and, in 1984, a biography of his father, H.G. Wells, entitled "H.G. Wells: Aspects Of A Life." He also wrote essays and criticism for "The New Yorker" magazine for more than 20 years and was a critic for "The New Statesman" in London. In 1985 he published a novel entitled "Heritage." He was married and had two sons and two daughters. West died on 12/27/1987, Stonington, CT Link to Wikipedia biography
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Which Raj Yogas are in Anthony West's birth chart?

1 FOUND

Anthony West's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga, including Gaja Kesari Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Anthony West running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Anthony West is currently in the Venus mahadasha, running from Sep 13, 2026 to Mar 3, 2027.

PREVIOUSJul 14, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Venus / Mercury / Ketu
NOWSep 13, 2026 - Mar 3, 2027
Venus / Mercury / Venus
NEXTMar 3, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027
Venus / Mercury / Sun
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What do Anthony West's numerology numbers say?

Anthony West's core numbers are Life Path 1, Destiny 1, Soul Urge 4, Personality 6, Kabbalah Number 11, Birth 5.

∞Life Path
1

Chaldean Life Path 1 is the path of the Sun—independence, initiative, and leadership. It indicates self-made growth and lessons in confident direction.

◎Destiny
1

Chaldean Destiny 1 indicates a leadership life-expression—initiative, courage, and independence. It supports roles where you create direction and command outcomes.

❖Soul Urge
4

Chaldean Soul 4 desires stability and certainty. It seeks routine, reliability, and a grounded structure to feel secure.

◇Personality
6

Chaldean Personality 6 appears caring, responsible, and protective. Others often see harmony-making and relationship commitment.

∞Kabbalah Number
11

Kabbalah Number 11 reflects a heightened spiritual code of intuition and illumination. It supports inspired guidance when grounded and balanced.

✦Birth
5

Explore Birth Number 5 in Vedic astrology: personality traits, career paths, and lucky indicators for adaptable, freedom-loving individuals seeking destiny clues.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1987
Death
Death, Cause unspecified 27 December 1987 (Age 73)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this profile's Vedic astrology, birth chart, and numerology — answered by our astrologers.

What does Anthony West's Taurus ascendant reveal about how he presents himself to the world?

Anthony West has a Taurus ascendant, which gives him a grounded, stable, and dependable outward demeanor. Taurus rising individuals are known for their practical approach, patience, and steadiness. This earthy influence shaped how Anthony West was perceived by others—as someone reliable and methodical, qualities that served him well in his multifaceted career as a journalist and writer.

Where and when was Anthony West born into this world?

Anthony West was born on August 5, 1914, in Hunstanton, United Kingdom. This birth data forms the foundation of his natal chart, placing him under the tropical zodiac sign of Leo with a Vedic sun in Cancer, creating a blend of expressive and intuitive energies that influenced his life path and professional pursuits.

How do Anthony West's numerology numbers shape his drive and personal destiny?

Anthony West carries a Life Path Number 1, which embodies leadership, independence, and pioneering spirit. His Destiny Number also resonates as 1, reinforcing themes of self-determination and initiative. Combined with his Birth Number 5, Anthony West possessed versatility and adaptability—traits perfectly suited to his self-employed, multi-skilled career spanning journalism and writing across humanities and social sciences.

Does Anthony West's Leo sun sign align with his career as a writer and journalist?

Anthony West's Leo sun in Western astrology aligns well with creative and expressive professions. Leos are natural communicators with a flair for performance and storytelling. His Leo energy, combined with his Vedic Cancer sun's emotional depth and intuitive understanding, made him well-suited to journalism and writing, fields requiring both confidence and the ability to connect with audiences through compelling narratives.

What insights does Anthony West's birth chart offer about his professional accomplishments and work style?

Anthony West's chart reveals a self-employed, multi-faceted professional with the Gaja Kesari Yoga—a powerful combination indicating strength and success. His Taurus ascendant brought methodical work habits and persistence, while his Leo sun provided creative flair. As a journalist and writer spanning humanities and social sciences, Anthony West leveraged both analytical rigor and imaginative expression, hallmarks of someone whose chart supported diverse professional ventures.

What were Anthony West's core strengths and defining character traits according to his astrological profile?

Anthony West's chart displays a complex personality shaped by his Taurus ascendant's stability, Leo sun's confidence, and Capricorn moon's disciplined wisdom. His Life Path 1 and Personality Number 6 suggest he was both independently driven and naturally charismatic with others. These influences created a man of varied talents—a self-made professional with the persistence to master multiple domains in writing and journalism while maintaining an engaging, personable presence.

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