Edward Talbot Thackeray

Biography

Edward Talbot Thackeray was a British engineer who made his mark during the industrial expansion of the late 19th century. His professional work contributed to engineering projects and developments, establishing him as a respected member of the British expatriate community in Italy.

Thackeray spent his later years in Bordighera, reflecting the appeal of the Italian Riviera to British professionals and retirees of his era. His long life, spanning from 1836 to 1927, witnessed tremendous technological and social change. He remains remembered as part of the significant British presence in the region during this period.