History of E. G. Retallack Hooper in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 23, 2025

Ernest George Retallack Hooper (1906–1998), also known as Talek, was a British writer and journalist hailing from St. Agnes. His work encompassed writing and journalism.

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1906: Birth of Ernest George Retallack Hooper

In 1906, Ernest George Retallack Hooper, also known by his bardic name Talek, was born in St. Agnes.

1932: Became a Bard

In 1932, Hooper qualified in horticulture and became a bard.

1951: Founding Member of Mebyon Kernow

In 1951, Hooper was a founding member of Mebyon Kernow, a Cornish nationalist party.

1959: Became the third Grand Bard of the Gorseth Kernow

In 1959, Hooper became the third Grand Bard of the Gorseth Kernow.

1960: Produced Cornish language revised translation of St Mark’s Gospel

In 1960, Hooper produced a Cornish language revised translation of St Mark’s Gospel.

1964: End of Term as Grand Bard

In 1964, Hooper's term as Grand Bard of the Gorseth Kernow came to an end.

1973: Elected Honorary President of Mebyon Kernow

In 1973, Hooper was elected the honorary president of Mebyon Kernow.

1989: Translated St Luke's Gospel in Cornish language

In 1989, Hooper translated St Luke's Gospel in Cornish language.

1998: Death of Ernest George Retallack Hooper

In 1998, Ernest George Retallack Hooper passed away.

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