From Ship's Cook to Baronet Sir William Reardo
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From Ship's Cook to Baronet Sir William Reardo

From Ship's Cook to Baronet Sir William Reardo

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From Ship's Cook to Baronet Sir William Reardo—

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The Story

Sir William Reardon Smith (1856-1935) was one of the foremost figures in south Wales in the early twentieth century. His was a classic story of 'rags to riches' - starting life as a deck-hand and ship's cook, he made a fortune in the shipping industry at the zenith of the Welsh coal trade.

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Sir William Reardon Smith (1856-1935) was one of the foremost figures in south Wales in the early twentieth century. His was a classic story of 'rags to riches' - starting life as a deck-hand and ship's cook, he made a fortune in the shipping industry at the zenith of the Welsh coal trade.