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Albert Peter Thurston, MBE, DSc, MIMechE, MIEE, Fellow 1881-1964

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With the death of Albert Peter Thurston we have lost a man about whom it might truly be said that he had a longer connection with aviation than any of his contemporaries. A pioneer of the early days who maintained throughout his life a keen interest in flying, he was deserving of far more credit and renown than has yet been accorded him.

Born on 31st October 1881, he was the son of Peter and Elizabeth Thurston. He graduated at East London College (later Queen Mary College), London University, in 1905, passing the BSc examination with first class honours. In February 1905 he joined the Examining Staff of the Patent Office.

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The Aeronautical Journal , Volume 69 , Issue 650 , February 1965 , pp. 75 - 79
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Copyright © Royal Aeronautical Society 1965

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