Olaf Hambro
Ronald Olaf Hambro | |
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| Born | 1 December 1885 |
| Died | 25 April 1961 (aged 75) |
| Occupation | Merchant banker |
| Known for | Chairman of Hambros Bank (1932–1961) |
Captain Ronald Olaf Hambro (born 1 December 1885 – died 25 April 1961) was a prominent British merchant banker who served as chairman of Hambros Bank from 1932 until 1961.
Early life
Hambro entered the world on 1 December 1885, descending from a notable banking lineage; he was the grandson of Carl Joachim Hambro, who established Hambros Bank in London in 1839. His ancestry included Danish merchants and bankers, tracing back to his great-grandfather Joseph Hambro and great-great-grandfather Calmer Hambro.
His education took place at Eton College followed by Trinity College, Cambridge. During the First World War, he held the rank of captain within the Coldstream Guards.
Career
In 1921, Hambro became managing director of the family enterprise and ascended to chairman in 1932, guiding Hambros Bank for almost thirty years. Throughout the Second World War, he expanded his business portfolio by acquiring Wiltons, a distinguished restaurant situated on Jermyn Street in London.
He held the position of High Sheriff of Sussex in 1930.
Personal life
In 1917, he wed Winifred Emily Ridley-Smith. Their residences included Kidbrooke Park in Forest Row, East Sussex, as well as a Scottish estate located in Port Logan. Together, they had three sons: Jocelyn Olaf Hambro, Simon Everard Hambro, and Anthony Martin Hambro.
Death
His passing occurred on 25 April 1961.