Frederic Dannay
American mystery writer, co-creator of Barnaby Ross and Ellery Queen (joint pseudonyms)
About Frederic Dannay
Lived 1905 – 1982 (aged 76). Frederic Dannay was an American writer.
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Who was Frederic Dannay?
American mystery writer, co-creator of Barnaby Ross and Ellery Queen (joint pseudonyms)
When was Frederic Dannay born?
Frederic Dannay was born on 20 October 1905 in New York City.
When did Frederic Dannay die?
Frederic Dannay died on 3 September 1982 in White Plains.
What was Frederic Dannay's occupation?
Frederic Dannay was a writer.
What nationality was Frederic Dannay?
Frederic Dannay was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frederic Dannay. https://biography.guide/frederic-dannay/
MLA: "Frederic Dannay." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frederic-dannay/.
Chicago: "Frederic Dannay." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/frederic-dannay/.
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