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Russell Gammon traces his ancestry in Zimbabwe back three generations to John Meikle, a Scot who entered the country as a transport rider for the first time in 1893.

His passion for natural science combined with his love of the outdoors lead him into a career as a Professional Guide in Zimbabwe and the last 17 years have seen him leading canoeing and walking safaris throughout Southern Africa.

His family's prominent position in the formative years of the country inspired him to research this period, which broadened to an interest in African history. Since moving to Victoria Falls 5 years ago, he has made a detailed study of the life of David Livingstone, a distant relative by marriage, and was recently a member of an Expedition with the British Explorer Sir Ranulf Fiennes that retraced a portion of Livingstone's journey to Victoria Falls.

During his career Russell has built an outstanding reputation as a guide, raconteur and more recently as a keynote speaker on the life of David Livingstone. His clients have included DaimlerChrysler, Ford Australia, Toyota and World Presidents Organization and he has also worked with National Geographic, BBC and SABC.

He currently lives in Victoria Falls with his wife, Leanne and two children, Tana and Ross.