John Edward Taylor (1921 – 20 September 2008) was an American military archivist at the National Archives and Records Administration for 63 years.
John Edward Taylor | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1921 |
| Died | September 20, 2008 (aged 86–87) |
| Alma mater | University of Arkansas |
| Occupation | Military archivist for the National Archives and Records Administration |
Life and career edit
Taylor was born in Sparkman, Arkansas and graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1945. He was frequently acknowledged by authors for his assistance, and the National Archives named its collection of intelligence and espionage books in his honor. Taylor died of congestive heart failure at his home in Chevy Chase, Maryland.[1]
References edit
- ^ Shane, Scott (September 23, 2008). John Taylor, 87, Specialist on Military at Archives, Is Dead . New York Times
External links edit
- National Archives Announces Death of Legendary Archivist John Taylor via National Archives
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