Ernle bradford biography of william
Ernle bradford biography of william
Ernle bradford biography of william butler.
Ernle Bradford
British writer (1922–1986)
Ernle Dusgate Selby Bradford | |
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| Born | (1922-01-11)11 January 1922 Cole Green, Norfolk, England |
| Died | 8 May 1986(1986-05-08) (aged 64) Kalkara, Malta |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | Uppingham School |
| Known for | Author, historian and sailor |
Ernle Dusgate Selby Bradford (11 January 1922 – 8 May 1986) was a noted 20th-century British historian specializing in the Mediterranean world and naval topics.[1][2][3][4] He was also an authority on antique jewellery and was the founder editor of the Antique Dealers and Collector's Guide.[1][5][6]
Life
Bradford was the son of Jocelyn Ernle Sydney Patton Bradford MBE MC,[7][8] and his wife, Ada Louise Dusgate.[9] He was born in Cole Green, Norfolk and educated in England at Uppingham School.[1][10] He served in the Royal Navy during Wo