About William Cubbon
Lived 1865 – 1955 (aged 89). William Cubbon was a historian and librarian.
William Cubbon M.A. (28 May 1865 – 1 January 1955) was a Manx nationalist, antiquarian, author, businessman and librarian who was the first secretary of the Manx Museum, later becoming Director of the Museum.
Biography Early life Cubbon was born in the small hamlet of Croit-e-Caley in the parish of Rushen, Isle of Man, on 28 May 1865. His father, James Cubbon, was a Master Mariner who hailed from Port St Mary.
At the age of 85 Cubbon began work on his Island Heritage, which was published in 1952.
Honours and awards In recognition of his achievements William Cubbon received the degree of Master of Arts from Liverpool University. The Government of Norway conferred on him the Knighthood of the Order of St Olav.
Death William Cubbon died at the home of his son, at Brentwood, Essex on New Year's Day, 1955.
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Who was William Cubbon?
antiquary and museum curator
When was William Cubbon born?
William Cubbon was born on 28 May 1865 in Colby.
When did William Cubbon die?
William Cubbon died on 1 January 1955 in Brentwood.
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William Cubbon was a historian and librarian.
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William Cubbon's recorded nationality: Manx people.
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