Eric Drake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sir
Eric Drake
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| Born |
Arthur Eric Courtney Drake
29 November 1910 |
| Died | 31 October 1996 (aged 85) Old Alresford, Hampshire
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| Education | Shrewsbury School Pembroke College, Cambridge |
| Spouse(s) |
Rosemary Moore
(m. 1935)Margaret Elizabeth Wilson
(m. 1950) |
| 5th Chairman of British Petroleum | |
| In office 1969–1975 |
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| Preceded by | Sir Maurice Bridgeman |
| Succeeded by | Sir David Steel |
Sir Arthur Eric Courtney Drake (born November 29, 1910 – died October 31, 1996) was an important English businessman. He was known for his work in the oil industry. Sir Eric, as he was often called, served as the fifth chairman of British Petroleum (BP). This is a very large oil and gas company. He led the company from 1969 to 1975.
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Sir Eric Drake: A Leader in Oil
Sir Eric Drake was a key figure in the world of oil. He helped lead one of the biggest energy companies. His career showed how important the oil industry was in the 20th century.
Early Life and Education
Arthur Eric Courtney Drake was born on November 29, 1910. His birthplace was Rochester, Kent, a town in England. His father was a doctor. Eric Drake went to Pembroke College, Cambridge, a famous university. There, he studied law and earned a bachelor's degree.
Leading British Petroleum
Sir Eric Drake became the chairman of British Petroleum in 1969. The chairman is the top leader of a company's board of directors. This board makes big decisions for the company. BP is one of the world's largest oil and gas companies. Drake served in this important role for six years. He helped guide the company through a changing time. In 1975, Sir David Steel took over as chairman after Sir Eric.
Later Life
Sir Eric Drake passed away on October 31, 1996. He was 85 years old. He died in Old Alresford, Hampshire, England.
