Leonard Woolley was a British archaeologist best known for his excavations at the ancient city of Ur in present-day Iraq. Born in 1880, he made significant contributions to the understanding of Mesopotamian civilization, particularly through his discovery of royal tombs and artifacts that revealed insights into the lives of the Sumerians. Woolley's work at Ur took place during the 1920s and 1930s, where he unearthed a wealth of treasures, including jewelry and ceremonial items. His findings helped to illuminate the social and cultural practices of the time, making him a prominent figure in the field of archaeology. Woolley passed away in 1960.