About John Kidston Swire
Lived 1893 – 1983 (aged 89). John Kidston Swire was a businessperson.
John Kidston "Jock" Swire (1893–22 February 1983), was a British businessman, chairman of Swire Group from 1946 to 1966.
Early life He was the son of John Swire of Hubbard's Hall, Harlow, Essex, and grandson of John Samuel Swire.
Personal life In 1923, he married Juliet Richenda Barclay, the daughter of Theodore Barclay of Fanshaws, Hertford. They had four children: Bridget Swire (1924–2009) Sir John Swire (1927–2016) Sir Adrian Swire (1932–2018) Gillian Swire; married Hon. Julian Fane, son of Vere Fane, 14th Earl of Westmorland.
Death He died in 1983.
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Who was John Kidston Swire?
British businessman and chairman of Swire Group (1893-1983)
When was John Kidston Swire born?
John Kidston Swire was born on 19 February 1893.
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John Kidston Swire died on 17 January 1983.
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John Kidston Swire was a businessperson.
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