David Elias Ezra
Member of the Baghdadi Jewish community in Calcutta, India
About David Elias Ezra
Lived 1871 – 1947 (aged 75). David Elias Ezra was an Indian businessperson.
Sir David Elias Ezra (1871-1947) (or simply Sir David Ezra) was a prominent member of the Baghdadi Jewish community in Calcutta, India. Ezra was a property owner and a director of the Reserve Bank of India.
Early life and family David Elias Ezra was born in 1871, the son of Elias David Ezra and the grandson of David Joseph Ezra. He married Rachel Sassoon, daughter of Solomon David Sassoon. Ezra owned various properties in Calcutta, including the Esplanade Mansions.
Positions and honors Ezra was Sheriff of Calcutta and a director of the Reserve Bank of India. He was president of the Jewish Relief Association and of The Asiatic Society. Ezra was knighted by King George V in 1927.
Death
Ezra died in 1947.
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Who was David Elias Ezra?
member of the Baghdadi Jewish community in Calcutta, India
When was David Elias Ezra born?
David Elias Ezra was born on 5 December 1871 in Kolkata.
When did David Elias Ezra die?
David Elias Ezra died on 13 August 1947 in Kolkata.
What was David Elias Ezra's occupation?
David Elias Ezra was a businessperson.
What nationality was David Elias Ezra?
David Elias Ezra was Indian.
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