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Bernard Ledwidge (William Bernard John Ledwidge) was born on 9 November, 1915 in London, England, is a British diplomat and writer (1915–1998). Discover Bernard Ledwidge's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 82 years old?
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William Bernard John Ledwidge |
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| Age |
82 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
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9 November 1915 |
| Birthday |
9 November |
| Birthplace |
London, England |
| Date of death |
20 February, 1998 |
| Died Place |
London, England |
| Nationality |
Finland
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Bernard Ledwidge Height, Weight & Measurements
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Who Is Bernard Ledwidge's Wife?
His wife is Anne Kingsley (1948–1970)
Flora Groult (1970–)
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Anne Kingsley (1948–1970)
Flora Groult (1970–) |
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Bernard Ledwidge Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Bernard Ledwidge worth at the age of 82 years old? Bernard Ledwidge’s income source is mostly from being a successful diplomat. He is from Finland. We have estimated Bernard Ledwidge's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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| Source of Income |
diplomat |
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Sir William Bernard John Ledwidge, (9 November 1915 – 20 February 1998) was a British diplomat and writer.
William Bernard John Ledwidge was born on 9 November 1915 in London, United Kingdom to Charles Ledwidge and Eileen O'Sullivan.
Ledwidge was educated at Cardinal Vaughan School, a Roman Catholic day school in Holland Park, London.
Ledwidge also attended King's College, Cambridge and Princeton University.
Ledwidge spent time as a Commonwealth Fund Fellow from 1937 to 1939.
Ledwidge joined the India Office in 1939 as an Assistant Principal.
Ledwidge fought in the Second World War, joining the Royal Artillery in India in 1940.
He then joined the Indian Army in 1941, where he served until the end of the war in 1945.
Ledwidge married his first wife, Anne Kingsley, in 1948.
They had two children together, a son and a daughter.
Ledwidge was appointed a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in 1964.
Ledwidge pursued a career in international diplomacy.
He worked as a diplomat in the United States, in Afghanistan and in Berlin.
In 1966, he was appointed Minister at the British Embassy in Paris.
Ledwidge served as the British Ambassador to Finland from 1969 to 1972 and the British Ambassador to Israel from 1972 to 1975.
He remained in this position until 1969.
Ledwidge was appointed the British Ambassador to Finland in 1969, succeeding Sir David Scott Fox.
The marriage was dissolved in 1970.
Ledwidge was a member of the Travellers Club and the Marylebone Cricket Club.
Upon leaving this appointment in 1972, Ledwidge is reported to have said "it could plausibly be argued that it is a misfortune for anybody but a Finn to spend three years in Finland, as I have just done".
Ledwidge was appointed the British Ambassador to Israel in 1972, succeeding Anthony Elliott.
Ledwidge was raised to a Knight of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG) in 1974.
On 15 June 1975, the Israeli Foreign Minister, Yigal Allon, summoned Ledwidge to raise concern over reports of impending Anglo-Egyptian arms deals.
Ledwidge left this appointment in 1975.
Ledwidge also served as the Chairman of the United Kingdom Committee for UNICEF from 1976 to 1989.
Ledwidge was the Chairman of the United Kingdom Committee for UNICEF from 1976 to 1989.
Ledwidge published his first book, a novel based on his experience in India, called "Frontiers" in 1979.
Critics noted the author's admiration for the French statesman.
A French translation of this book was published the following year.
Ledwidge died on 20 February 1998 in London, United Kingdom.
