David Bruce
American bridge player, writer, and teacher
About David Bruce
Lived 1900 – 1965 (aged 65). David Bruce was an American bridge player.
David Burnstine (May 5 1900 – August 26, 1965) was a leading tournament contract bridge player of the 1930s. Burnstine became American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) Life Master #1 at the age of 36.
Burnstine moved to Los Angeles in 1939, changed his name to David Bruce, and retired from regular tournament play.
Wins
North American Bridge Championships (17) Master Individual (1) 1933 von Zedtwitz Life Master Pairs (3) 1931, 1933, 1936 Wernher Open Pairs (1) 1934 Vanderbilt (5) 1931, 1934, 1935, 1937, 1938 Spingold (3) 1931, 1933, 1937 Masters Team of Four (2) 1934, 1936 Chicago Mixed Board-a-Match (1) 1933 Spingold (1) 1938
Runners-up
North American Bridge Championships Master Individual (2) 1932, 1935 von Zedtwitz Life Master Pairs (1) 1932 Vanderbilt (1) 1932 Reisinger (1) 1931
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Important facts
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Bruce?
American bridge player, writer, and teacher
When was David Bruce born?
David Bruce was born on 5 May 1900.
When did David Bruce die?
David Bruce died on 26 August 1965.
What was David Bruce's occupation?
David Bruce was a bridge player.
What nationality was David Bruce?
David Bruce was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Bruce (bridge)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Bruce. https://biography.guide/david-bruce/
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