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Christopher F. Foss

b. 1946

British historian and writer

Non-fiction writer Weapon historian
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About Christopher F. Foss

Born 1946. Christopher F. Foss is a British non-fiction writer and weapon historian.

Christopher Frank Foss (mostly written Christopher F Foss; born 8 April 1946) is a British military information author. Between 1970 and 2017, he worked for the military information publisher Jane's Information Group as editor of Janes Armour and Artillery, Jane’s Armoured Fighting Vehicles, Jane's AFV System Upgrades and co-editor of other Jane's editions such as Jane’s Artillery and Air Defence and Jane's Military Vehicles and Logistics.

Life Foss was born in Portsmouth to Frank Victor and Doris (née Dorsett) Foss. Foss attended high school in Portsmouth, England. He has been married to Elaine Jean Jenkins since 1972; they have one child, Robert James. Foss is a member of the Fortress Study Group.

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Important facts

Born
1946, Portsmouth
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Non-fiction writer, weapon historian
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Christopher Foss, Christopher Frank Foss

People in Christopher F. Foss's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Jean Jenkins
1922 – 1990
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1895 – 1989
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Robert James
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Victor
b. 1983
Association football player
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Christopher Frank
1942 – 1993
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Christopher F. Foss?

British historian and writer

When was Christopher F. Foss born?

Christopher F. Foss was born in 1946 in Portsmouth.

What is Christopher F. Foss's occupation?

Christopher F. Foss is a non-fiction writer and weapon historian.

What nationality is Christopher F. Foss?

Christopher F. Foss is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Christopher F. Foss

· Wikidata: Q15053546

· DBpedia: Christopher F Foss

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