Sir George White, 1st Baronet | |
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Born | 28 March 1854 Kingsdown, Bristol, England, UK |
Died | 22 November 1916 (aged 62) Stoke Bishop, Bristol, England, UK |
Nationality | British |
Occupation | Transportation |
Years active | 1869–1916 |
Title | Knight of the Realm |
Spouse | Caroline Thomas |
Children | 2 |
Sir George White, 1st Baronet (1854–1916), was an English businessman and stockbroker based in Bristol. He was instrumental in the construction of the Bristol tramways and became a pioneer in the construction of electric tramways in England. In 1910 he formed, with his brother Samuel, the Bristol Aeroplane Company. He had many other interests, particularly in transport companies.