Background
DU CROS, William Harvey was born on June 19, 1846. Son of Edouard Pierre du Cros (the family being of noble Huguenot descent, driven from Montpelier in the Itorault and settled in Dublin, 1702), of the Rectory Moone, Company Kildare, and Maria, daughter of late John Molloy of Dublin.
Education
The King’s Hospital, Dublin. J. P. Sussex; Chevalier of the Legion d'Honneur. Knight of the Order of Isabella la Cat (Mica.
Career
Founded the pneumatic tyre industry, and now largely interested in the development of the automobile industry. Member of Parliament (Conservative) Hastings, 190G-8.
Membership
Clubs: Carlton, St. Stephen’s, Royal Automobile.