Francis Palgrave

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.

For the anthologist, see Francis Turner Palgrave.

Francis Palgrave

KH FRS
BornJuly 1788 
Died6 July 1861  (aged 72–73)
London 
Occupation
  • Archivist
  • historian
  • author
ChildrenFrancis Turner Palgrave, Gifford Palgrave, Reginald Palgrave, Inglis Palgrave 
Parent(s)
  • Meyer Cohen 
  • Rachel Levien 
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