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Rev. W. Awdry

Biography

Wilbert Vere Awdry OBE (15 June 1911 – 21 March 1997), often credited as Rev. W. Awdry, was an English Anglican minister, railway enthusiast, and children's author. He is best remembered as the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine and several other characters who appeared in his Railway Series.

Known For Writing

Birthday Jun 15, 1911 (114 years old)

Place of Birth Romsey, Hampshire, England, UK

Also Known As Wilbert Awdry, Rev. W. V. Awdry