George White (1913-1983)
From Graces Guide
Sir George Stanley Midleton White (1913-1983) of Bristol Aeroplane Co and Bristol Car Co
1913 Born, grandson of Sir George White
Educated at Cambridge University
Joined staff of Bristol Aeroplane Co
1939 Married Diane Collins, daughter of Bernard Abdy Collins C.I.E.
1940 Became general manager of the company
Post-WWII became assistant managing director, responsible for planning production of the Bristol Freighter and adaptation of a production factory to make pre-fabricated houses using scrap aluminium.
Managing director of Bristol Car Co on its formation and subsequently owner.
1969 Retired after a serious road accident
1983 Died
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Sources of Information
- The Times Apr. 8, 1983