H. J. R. Murray

Harold James Ruthven Murray (24 June 1868 – 16 May 1955) was a British educationalist, inspector of schools, and prominent chess historian. His book, A History of Chess, is widely regarded as the most authoritative and comprehensive history of the game.

H. J. R. Murray
Murray in 1907
BornHarold James Ruthven Murray
(1868-06-24)24 June 1868
Peckham, London, England
Died16 May 1955(1955-05-16) (aged 86)
England
NationalityBritish
EducationMill Hill
Balliol College
Spouse
Kate Crosthwaite
(m. 1897)
RelativesJames Murray (father)
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