Francis Palgrave
Francis Palgrave | |
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| Born | July 1788 |
| Died | 6 July 1861 (aged 72–73) |
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| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Turner |
| Children | Francis Turner Palgrave, Gifford Palgrave, Reginald Palgrave, Inglis Palgrave |
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Sir Francis Palgrave, KH FRS (/ˈpɔːlɡreɪv, ˈpæl-/; born Francis Ephraim Cohen, July 1788 – 6 July 1861) was an English archivist and historian. He was Deputy Keeper (chief executive) of the Public Record Office from its foundation in 1838 until his death; and he is also remembered for his many scholarly publications.