Roy Thomson

Canadian-English publisher and academic

Roy Thomson - Canadian-English publisher and academic
Born

June 5th, 1894
131 years ago

Died

August 4th, 1976
49 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

Links & References

Published influential newspapers and magazines in Canada and the United Kingdom. Founded Thomson Corporation, which grew into a major publisher of professional and educational materials. Served as a politician, holding the title of 1st Baron Thomson of Fleet. Expanded operations into radio and television, contributing to developments in broadcasting. Contributed to the arts and education through philanthropic efforts.

Founded the Thomson Corporation

Expanded media operations into radio and television

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