Wilbert Awdry
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Wilbert Vere Awdry, often credited as Rev. W. Awdry, was an English Anglican priest, railway enthusiast, and children's author. He was the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine and several other characters who appeared in his book series, The Railway Series.
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Awdry's study, now preserved in the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum on the Talyllyn Railway
Wilbert Awdry cuts a birthday cake for Thomas the Tank Engine at The National Railway Museum, York, 1980.
Awdry's memorial plaque, shared with his wife Margaret, at Church Place, Rodborough, Gloucestershire
Wilbert and son Christopher Awdry, National Railway Museum, York 1980Awards 1
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About this person
Country
United KingdomCategory
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1911 to 1997 · aged 85
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