Thomas Edward Lawrence, or Lawrence of Arabia. 16 avgusta1888, Tremadocian - May 19, 1935, Bovington Camp, Dorset) - British officer traveler, who played a big role in the great Arab revolt of 1916-1918's. memoirs "Seven Pillars of Wisdom" Author. Lawrence is considered a war hero in the UK, and in some Arab countries in the Middle East. He is dedicated to one of the most well-known biographical films in cinema history.