David Thompson facts for kids
David Thompson or Dave Thompson is a common name shared by many interesting people. This article will tell you about some of them, from brave explorers to famous athletes and important leaders.
People Named David Thompson
Explorers and Settlers
David Thompson (Explorer)
David Thompson (1770–1857) was a very important Canadian explorer and mapmaker. He explored a huge part of North America, especially the western areas. He mapped about 3.9 million square kilometers (1.5 million square miles) of land. This was more than anyone else in his time! He helped us understand the geography of Canada and the United States much better.
David Thompson (New Hampshire Settler)
David Thompson (born 1593) was an early English settler. He founded the very first European settlement in what is now New Hampshire. This happened way back in 1623.
Sports Stars
Many athletes named David or Dave Thompson have played different sports.
Basketball
- David Thompson (born 1954) is a famous American basketball player. He was known for his amazing jumping ability. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and was a four-time NBA All-Star. He was even put into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Football (Soccer)
- David Thompson (born 1977) is a former English professional footballer. He played as a midfielder for several well-known clubs like Liverpool, Coventry City, and Blackburn Rovers.
- David Thompson (born 1962) was another English footballer. He played for teams such as Rochdale and Notts County.
American Football
- Dave Thompson (born 1949) is a former American football player. He played as a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL).
- David Thompson (born 1975) also played American football. He was a defensive back for teams like the St. Louis Rams.
Other Sports
- David Thompson (born 1976) is a former English cricketer. He played for Nottinghamshire.
- David Thompson (born 1993) is an American baseball player. He plays as an infielder.
Politics and Government
Several David Thompsons have been important political figures.
Prime Minister of Barbados
- David Thompson (1961–2010) was the sixth Prime Minister of Barbados. He served from 2008 until his passing in 2010. He was a very respected leader in his country.
Governors and Diplomats
- David P. Thompson (1834–1901) was an American politician. He served as the governor of the Idaho Territory. He was also the mayor of Portland, Oregon.
- David E. Thompson (1854–1942) was an American diplomat. He served as the United States Ambassador to Brazil and Mexico.
Members of Parliament
- David Thompson (1836–1886) was a Canadian politician. He was a member of the Canadian House of Commons.
- Dave Thompson (born 1949) is a Scottish politician. He is a member of the Scottish Parliament for the Scottish National Party.
- Dave Thompson (born 1961) is an American politician. He serves as a state senator in Minnesota.
Entertainment and Arts
Actors and Comedians
- Dave Thompson (born 1959) is a British actor and comedian. He is known for his stand-up comedy and acting roles.
- David W. Thompson (born 1994) is an American actor. He has appeared in various films and TV shows.
Musicians and Writers
- Lil' Dave Thompson (1969–2010) was an American electric blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was known for his powerful blues music.
- Dave Thompson (born 1960) is a British author. He has written many books, especially about rock and pop music.
- David Thompson (1950–2010) was the lead singer of the Canadian country band Thunder Road.
Other Notable People
- David D. Thompson is a general in the U.S. Space Force. He is a very high-ranking officer in this branch of the military.
- David Thompson is an Australian chef. He is famous for his knowledge and cooking of traditional Thai cuisine.
See also
In Spanish: David Thompson para niños
- David Thompson Highway, a road in Canada named after the explorer
- David Thomson (disambiguation)
Images for kids
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David Thompson, a famous explorer.
