About Allan R. Bosworth
Lived 1901 – 1986 (aged 84). Allan R. Bosworth was an American military officer, journalist, novelist and writer.
Allan Rucker Bosworth (October 29, 1901 – July 18, 1986) was an American author, newspaperman, and naval officer. He was a prolific writer of novels, short stories and magazine articles. Between 1925 and 1936 he worked at several California newspapers as a reporter and editor. He also served in the United States Navy and Navy Reserve for some 38 years.
Bosworth also wrote under the pseudonym Alamo Boyd.
Biography
He was born in San Angelo, Texas, worked as a journalist in San Francisco, and served in Japan as a Naval public relations officer. He travelled extensively in Europe and the Far East, and lived in Roanoke, Virginia for most of his life. He wrote several novels and short stories in the Western fiction genre. His son Allan Bernard Bosworth is also a writer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Allan R. Bosworth?
American writer
When was Allan R. Bosworth born?
Allan R. Bosworth was born on 29 October 1901.
When did Allan R. Bosworth die?
Allan R. Bosworth died on 18 July 1986.
What was Allan R. Bosworth's occupation?
Allan R. Bosworth was a military officer, journalist, novelist and writer.
What nationality was Allan R. Bosworth?
Allan R. Bosworth was American.
Sources & further reading
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