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William Fairhurst

British chess player and bridge designer (1903-1982) · New Zealand · On the map · Chess Players · Died at 78

William Albert Fairhurst was an English bridge designer and international chess master. He was highly accomplished in both disciplines and for many years successfully divided his time between two careers.

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Awards

Commander of the Order of the British Empire

About this person

He was appointed a CBE for his services to engineering, and in chess he was several times champion of Scotland, gaining the title of International Master in 1951.

Country
New Zealand
Category
Chess Players
Type
Chess Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1903 to 1982 · aged 78