John Henry Whitcombe (Surveyor, New Zealand), 1830-1863)
Civil engineer and intrepid explorer, for whom Mount Whitcombe and Whitcombe Rivers are named after.
Read More John Henry Whitcombe (Surveyor, New Zealand), 1830-1863)Thomas Whitcombe (painter), c.1752-1824
Thomas Whitcombe (c. 1752–1824) was a prominent British maritime artist known for capturing naval battles through meticulous paintings. Born in London, he transitioned from theatrical art to maritime scenes, gaining acclaim during various wars. Despite financial struggles, his legacy endures with works that provide a valuable visual record of naval history.
Read More Thomas Whitcombe (painter), c.1752-1824Robert Henry Whitcombe (eminent Anglican Bishop and Schoolmaster), 1862-1922
Successful academic who went on to become school master at Eton and eventually Bishop of Colchester.
Read More Robert Henry Whitcombe (eminent Anglican Bishop and Schoolmaster), 1862-1922Philip Sidney Whitcombe (Cricketer and Major General), 1893-1989
Philip Sidney Whitcombe was an English cricketer and soldier who rose to Major General. He served 22 years in the army, participating in both World Wars. Active in various roles, he was recognized for his service in WW2, appointed CB in 1944, and retired in 1947. His legacy includes a cricketing family.
Read More Philip Sidney Whitcombe (Cricketer and Major General), 1893-1989Frank E. Whitcombe (Whisky Maker), c1930’s
In the early 1930s, Frank E. Whitcombe allegedly operated an illegal whiskey distillery in New Jersey during Prohibition, which lasted from 1920 to 1933. Following federal enforcement actions, he was convicted in absentia for multiple charges, primarily due to failures in registration and tax payments. Prohibition was ultimately repealed in 1933.
Read More Frank E. Whitcombe (Whisky Maker), c1930’sFrank William Whitcombe (Rugby Legend), 1913-1958
Welsh rugby union and professional rugby leaque footballer who played in the 1930’s and 1940’s.
Read More Frank William Whitcombe (Rugby Legend), 1913-1958Philip Arthur Whitcombe (first-class cricketer), 1923-2015
First-class cricketer who studied at Winchester College and was a captain in the royal horse artillery.
Read More Philip Arthur Whitcombe (first-class cricketer), 1923-2015Bernie Ernest Hawkes Whitcombe (printer, bookseller, publisher), 1875-1963
Dominated the publishing industry across New Zealand with family business.
Read More Bernie Ernest Hawkes Whitcombe (printer, bookseller, publisher), 1875-1963Charles Albert Whitcombe (Professional Golfer), 1895 – 1978
Talented professional golfer who achieved success in many major golfing events around the world.
Read More Charles Albert Whitcombe (Professional Golfer), 1895 – 1978