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Ex-employees Directory 2
There are currently 420 names in this directory beginning with the letter H.
Hackett, Arthur
My Dad was night superintendent over Canley Fletch and Radford! Arthur Hackett
Submitted by: Eileen HollinsHackett, Jean
I worked in the accounts dept. from 1961 until 1969. Mr Cannings was the supervisor of our office.My father Arthur Hackett was night superintendent for for about 30 years.
Submitted by: Jean Barnes (nee Hackett)Haddock, Herbert Charles
Body Liaison Engineer Executive21 years service.Retired 1969
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaddon, C
Forward Radiator, Bordesley Green, Birmingham. Ref 1972More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaddon, Leonard
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: N/A Place of Birth: Coventry
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaines, Charles F
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1888 Place of Birth: Surrey, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHains, Thomas Noel
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1894 Place of Birth: Durham, Durham, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHales, Frank
My Dad was working in 21 Shop (2000 build) during the 60s so I travelled into work with him and Ivor Kay, who also worked in 21 Shop.
Submitted by: Mike HalesHales, Michael
I joined Standard in 1966, at the Canley plant. Started working in the Final Finish (23 shop, I think) with Phil Robinson (trade union convener, he went on to be the Lord Mayor of Coventry) and Mac Mackay, as an Automotive Electrician.
Submitted by: Michael HalesHalford, R
Standard Triumph Apprentice AssociationChairman 1946-1948(Subsequently) Honorary Life Member More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHall, Alfred
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1889 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHall, Cliff
Paint Trim and Assembly Planning Section c1972Flew Vultee Vengeance dive bombers in the RAF in the far east in WW2
Submitted by: Malcolm DunnHall, Luke
My father, Luke Hall, was at Fletch from 1936 until about 1960 as Works Engineer.
Submitted by: Pat PennyHall, Martin
My two sons, Martin and Robert were apprentices from 1976 and 1980. Martin has just retired after 42 years with the group and Rob is still there.
Submitted by: Pat PennyHall, Penny
I was employed at Fletch and Canley from 1954 to 1960 as a secretary. My husband, Jim, was there from until 1980 in the drawing office.My father, Luke Hall, was at Fletch from 1936 until about 1960 as Works Engineer.My two sons, Martin and Robert were apprentices from 1976 and 1980. Martin has just retired after 42 years with the group and Rob is still there.it was a very good company to work for, like one big family.
Submitted by: Pat PennyHall, Percy
Paint Sprayer, Canley.25 year serviceRetired 1972
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHall, Robert
My two sons, Martin and Robert were apprentices from 1976 and 1980. Martin has just retired after 42 years with the group and Rob is still there.
Submitted by: Pat PennyHall, William Henry
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1893 Place of Birth: Brinklow, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHamilton, Bill
Bill Hamilton worked with Wally Edgar ( Garage Canley ) 1963 onwards sadly Dec
Submitted by: Kay HamiltonHamilton, Matt
Painter, Allesleyc1959 Moreallesley/">More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHammond, Martin
Buyer for presswork in Fletch North. Former apprentice mid 1970's to 1981 when transferred to Land Rover.
Submitted by: John CreminsHammond, Vic
Styling. Joined 1945 and left (to join Volvo) in 1961
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHampson, Arthur Albert
Mr Hampson joined The Standard Motor Company in February, 1941, as a Planning Engineer on aircraft construction. He was appointed Planning Executive in May, 1950 and Chief Planning Engineer in January, 1953.Appointed Special Director of the Company, with the title of Director of Planning in 1955More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHancox, Raymond
Inspector in the Assembly Shop.9 years service.d. May, 13 1960 aged just 39
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHannaby, Joe
My father in law Joe Hannaby worked there after Arley pit closed in 1968 into the 70s when he had to finish work due to ill health, he was a material handler
Submitted by: Trevor AllanHanson, Col F.S.
DSO, MCAppointed to the board of the Standard Motor Company 1936From 1913 to 1936 he was manager of the Haunchwood Collieries, NuneatonCredited as joining Standard Motor Co. with Fergusons.More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarbourne, Herbert
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1892 Place of Birth: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarbourne, James
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1897 Place of Birth: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarding, A
Foreman No. 3 Line, Car Assembly. January 1973
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarding, Clifford
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1891 Place of Birth: Burnham, Somerset, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarding, William Henry (Harry)
Lived in Nuneaton and worked in the Herald Paint and Trim Stores. Worked from early sixties and until his death in 1976. Was a shop steward for T&GW union.
Submitted by: Brian W Harding (son)Hardwick, George
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1882 Place of Birth: Sheffield, Yorkshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHardwick, John
Studied for a Full Technological Certificate at the Coventry Technical College during the 1960s alongside working at the Standard Triumph Motor Car Company
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHardy King, Anthony
Pipe Fitter (then Fitter foreman) Maintenance Fletch South
Submitted by: Alwyne BatesHargreaves, Jennifer
Secretary in Dealer Development, Fletch. SouthMore
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarman, Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1887 Place of Birth: London, Middlesex, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarold, John
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1882 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarper, Gary
My pal worked at Canley, in various roles, and finished at the old Fisher and Ludlow plant on Torrington Ave
Submitted by: Tim TabramHarratt, Dave
I worked on the barb line in the 70's also my father in law Reg Settle worked on the herald line for quite a few years
Submitted by: Dave HarrattHarriden, Arthur
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1878 Place of Birth: Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarriman, Frank
Finisher No 21 ShopRetired 1971 after 12 years service.
Submitted by: Standard Triumph WorksHarrington-Biddle, Irene
Engineering Department, Fletch North2 years. 1966-1968More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris (Mr)
Security Officer, Gate office Fletchamstead Highway, 1967
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris (nee Eburne), Joan
When I joined Standard-Triumph I worked in the Typing Pool at Canley, next to the Drawing Office. Later, I was secretary to Mr R. Sowerby, Pensions & Insurance, whose Office was in Ivy Cottage. I left 1966/7.
Submitted by: Harris (nee Eburne), JoanHarris, Charlie
Experimental Department.Retired 1967, broken service starting in 1940d. Nov 10, 1968 aged 65
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, F
66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery. Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Harris, Fergus
Worked in Production Purchase from mid to late 1970's. He also worked on Walsgrave Hospital radio as dj.
Submitted by: John CreminsHarris, Frederick George
My father was Frederick George Harris born in September 1913 in Oxford, but spent much of his youth in Bermuda Village, Nuneaton. He did work at Standard Triumph. You have a Fred Harris listed as c1929. Could this be my father. I have no other information. (ED - We'll look into this)
Submitted by: Terry HarrisHarris, Herbert
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1884 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, J
Chief Production Engineer, Banner Lane Factory c1957Moreco.uk/production-experts/">More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, John Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1878 Place of Birth: Foleshill, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, Mr
c1936 Supervisor Service and Spares department when it was at Fletch. NorthMore
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, Reggie
Engine Assembly46 Years ServiceDied 6 October 16, 1969, aged 63
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, Reginald Clarence
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1898 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarris, Reginald John
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1900 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarrison, F (Radford Foreman)
Cutter grinders at Radford foremanPhoto
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarrison, Jacqui
I worked for the triumph at fletchamstead Highway in the offices my father and brother also worked in the machine shop but unfortunately they have passed away so just me.
Submitted by: Jacqui HarrisonHarrison, Joseph Felix
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1880 Place of Birth: Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarrison, William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1899 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarrison, William Henry
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1894 Place of Birth: Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarrow, Ernest
Iron Polisher66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery.Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHart, Jeanine
Short-hand typist for W H Davis (Managing Director) c1973
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHart, Joy
Shorthand typist in the Supplies Division, Canley Ref: 1968 -1972More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarte, June
Working in production purchasing. Keen Coventry City fan. Worked with me in 1977 to 1981
Submitted by: John CreminsHartley, John William
My great-grandfather worked as an Inspector at the Standard Motor Company, Canley from 1924
Submitted by: Jamie SullivanHartley, Ramsay 'Mac'
Like his father, Mac eventually joined the Standard Motor Company. He worked his way up to Chargehand and Foreman during the Fifties. He was based at the Radford Machine Shop for over two decades as Night Foreman. He enjoyed a close relationship with colleagues from all walks of life and over the years shared in the lives of men and women who knew him simply as 'Mac'. He was quite a storyteller. He related stories about his childhood days like playing pitch-and-toss, and winning, on his way to school. He told stories about his years at sea, tales which would keep those around him spellbound. He told stories about the goings on during the nightshift at the car factory. In his younger days Mac was a keen and successful darts player in the many local pubs and clubs around Tile Hill and Burton Green. He travelled to pubs and to work every day on his push bike and motor bike. On one occasion, returning home after a night on the ale, he parked his bike in someone else's garden, only realising his mistake when he was chased from their garden by a fierce dog. Mac was described by those who knew him well as a 'sound bloke'. Everyone knew if they needed a favour or wanted to borrow tolls or a few quid, they were always welcome at his home. If you locked yourself out, Mac would find a way in, one way or another. Until parting with his car at the age of seventy, you would often have found Mac on his driveway, wearing overalls, under a car, covered with grease and oil; or in his garage, fixing things or making his own designed replacement parts on his lathe.
Submitted by: Jamie SullivanHartley, William Mark
Administration Manager c1966Ref also 1969Company Secretary of Triumph Motor Co, appointed 1971 ref also 1973Succeeding Mr H.C.R. ClimieMore to follow...Administration Manager c1968< a href="http://www.standardtriumph.co.uk/weddings-part-1-1968/" />Photo
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarton, Ethel Lily
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: N/A Place of Birth: Coventry
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHartopp, Harry
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1896 Place of Birth: Dublin, Suffolk, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHarvey, Bill
Started in 1966 as a trainee grounds man, moved into the stores in 1970 and progressed to senior storekeeper in 21 shop about 1973 until closure. Best working times of my life. Fabulous colleagues and a brilliant place to work.
Submitted by: Bill HarveyHarvey, John
Worked on 2000, Dolomite, Stag in 60s 70s on the Exhausts with John Harvey, great team we had it sewn up. good times
Submitted by: John ThomasHarvey, John (2)
Paint Sprayer, Allesley c1969Service included 5 previous yearsMarried Sister Audrey Arnold of the SurgeryRead More Here
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHasleton, Dave
Apprentice London Depot Service Division, Western Avenue c1967/68
Submitted by: Dave SmithHate, Matthew Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1882 Place of Birth: Leicester, Leicestershire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHathaway, Charles Walter
Works Manager, TriumphDied 1915Details to Follow...
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHathaway, Lawrence
Son of Works Manager Charles Walter HathawayPupil with Triumph Motor Co., 1921-24; then joined Hotchkiss et Cie, Paris; returned to England and worked in Experimental Department of Standard Motor Co., until becoming a draughtsman with Bristol Aeroplane Co. in 1930; joined experimental staff of Humber-Hillman 1931, Coventry Climax Engines, Ltd., as experimental engineer, 1933, and S.S. Cars, Ltd., as experimental engineer in 1935; became Chief Engineer, Coventry Climax, in 1938, and served on the Board of Directors, 1942-46.
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHathaway, Sydney Cornelious
Son of Works Manager Charles Walter Hathaway.Pupil Engineer (Apprentice)66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery.Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawker, Edwin
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1887 Place of Birth: Birkenhead, Cheshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawker, Ernest William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1876 Place of Birth: Chard, Somerset, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawker, Mr (J)
Machine Shop, Cash's Lane c1926Ref 1950 - Pensioner
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawkins, Albert J
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1873 Place of Birth: Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawkins, Fred
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1879 Place of Birth: Yorkshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawkins, Frederick G
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1903 Place of Birth: Brackley, Northamptonshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawley, Robert W
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1895 Place of Birth: Pembrokeshire, Wales
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawley, Robert William
Engine Assembly, CanleyRetired 1966 after broken service starting in 1919.d. Oct 20, 1968 aged 72
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawley, Thomas Frederick
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1889 Place of Birth: Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaworth, H N (Ray)
Hon Treasurer of Standard Cricket Club c1961Benevolent Fund Secretary 1973
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawthorn, Kenneth G
Fitter Assembly. 39 Years ServiceService: 1932-1971
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHawtin, Edward
Worked on the last car to leave the track I have a photograph of him with the banner held above saying THE END
Submitted by: Gail MongerHay, Ray
Service Engineer c1959Field Service Engineer c1961/62More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaycock, Aubrey Joseph
Tool Setter, Canley49 years Serviced 15 Jan 1973 aged 64
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaycock, Ernest Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1898 Place of Birth: Coventry
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaycock, Fred
21 years' service; hardener for 14 years at Radford. Previously at Canley, as a progress chaser.Retired 1973heat-treatment" />More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaycock, Harold George
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1900 Place of Birth: Coventry
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaycock, John
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1902 Place of Birth: Coventry
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHayden, Ken
Drawing Office.Dad moved to Banner Lane when it was Standard then Massey Ferguson took over the plant and Dad continued with them. I know he worked on the development of the Triumph Herald code named 'Zobo". He did tell me that the Herald was suppossed to have an inward sloping rear window, but Ford beat them to it with the revamped Anglia so it was rapidly changed. I did go into the Banner Lane factory one Sunday as he had some work to do and as a young boy was very impressed when, after finishing his work in the drawing office, he took me down onto the factory where a few people were working and they all said "good morning Mr. Hayden"
Submitted by: David HaydenHayes, Margaret
My grandmother worked in the Buffet near the Herald Trim Shop from early 1950s to around 1963.
Submitted by: Denise BengerHayes, Robert Butterworth
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1886 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaynes, Charles
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1896 Place of Birth: Buckinghamshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHaynes, William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1864 Place of Birth: Bedfordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHazelton, D
City & Guilds exam success. London Service Depot c1973Photo
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHearnden, Nick
Apprentice Materials Lab, Metallurgist 1978 to 1982 Fletch South
Submitted by: Nick HearndenHeath, Frank J E
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1883 Place of Birth: Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHeaven, Bob
I was a finisher on the "2000" (Barb) from '63 until the factory closed, I enjoyed my time there and made many friends !
Submitted by: Bob HeavenHebbard, Harry
Apprentice 1959Captain of the Standard (Apprentice) football teamMore
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHedley, John
Ivy CottageMoreTraining Manager (1970) Ref. incl. Photoco.uk/peter-richardson/">More
Submitted by: Tom BraundHeins, Arthur
Buying office and responsible for all the junior managementReference
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHellis, A
Park Royal Standard Triumph Service Depot, North London.c1951 - (at least) 24 years service More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHenderson, George
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1885 Place of Birth: Battersea, London, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHenderson, William J
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1901 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHenderson, William John
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1875 Place of Birth: Worthing, Sussex, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHenrywood, Augustus
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: N/A Place of Birth:
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHenwood, Julian
Service Training Instructor, Radford. 1972 .Besides conducting training courses, Julian liaised with Churchill Tools, assisting in the development of special tools required for servicing and repair.
Submitted by: John WhittallHerbert, Arthur Geoffrey Shirley
b: August 15, 1902Machine shop and material control superintendent, Standard Motor Co., Ltd. (Aero Engine Division), 1936-39;Invalided out of Royal Navy. 1920; served apprenticeship with Gloster Aircraft Co., Ltd., 1921-25; and draughtsman with Blackburn Aeroplane Co., Ltd., 1925-28; Senior Draughtsman, with Sir W. G. Armstrong Whitworth Aircraft Co., Ltd., 1928-33; Salesman with Alexander Duckham and Co., Ltd., 1933-35; machine shop and material control super intendent, Standard Motor Co., Ltd. (Aero Engine Division), 1936-39; Works Manager, Lodge Plugs, Ltd., 1939-50; Overseas Production Manager with Harry Ferguson, Ltd., 1950-53; General Manager, Production Division with Harry Ferguson, Ltd., 1953-54; Overseas Production Manager, The Rover Co., Ltd., 1954-56.
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHerbert, John W
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1889 Place of Birth: Warwick, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHerington, Basil Henry
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1886 Place of Birth: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHerrison, Thomas Cyril
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1898 Place of Birth: Foleshill, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHewett, William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1890 Place of Birth: Fazeley, Staffordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHewins, F
66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery. Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Hewitt, Hilda
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1898 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHeyes, Matthew Henry
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1892 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHeynes, Johnny
Draftsman c1935 Design Office.Brother of Bill Heynes Chief Engineer at Jaguar
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHiam, Harold
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1881 Place of Birth: Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHickin, Florence
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1900 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHickin, Harry F
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1898 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHickman, Gary
I worked there as a student in 1988. Then it was the Engineering centre. They were in the process of moving everything down to Gaydon, and closing the place. I working in the Emissions Labs near the bottom corner nicknamed Dingley Dell, close to Canley station.
Submitted by: Gary HickmanHicks, V R
Company Secretary Standard and Triumph Sales Ltd (1953) LondonStandard House, 37, Davies Street, Grosvenor Square, London
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHiggs-Cresswell, Leonard
Company registrar to The Standard Motor Co. Ltd. from September, 1935D. September 1951More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHigham, Frank Edward
Home Sales Director. Joined Company in 1936, Director from 1953More
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHill, Alfred John
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1890 Place of Birth: Studley, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHill, John
Roller test. (Testing cars at the end of the track in rocket range). And the emission control for export cars
Submitted by: John HillHills, Jacqueline
I worked there for Mr. Bernard Roberts, the Sales Manager and I bought a 13/60 (hard top) off the Fleet! Navy blue, posh dashboard, I was the bees knees!I was Secretary to Mr. Bernard Roberts (Fletchamstead Highway). Sales Manager. We had a front office! Mr. Roberts was under Sales Director Lyndon Mills. Mr. Roberts was very "abrupt" and one day I had the courage to say to him "say please"!? The following day to staggered through the office door (he was only a little man) with this enormous bouquet of flowers for me to say sorry!! I also bought a navy blue Triumph Herald, a year old, off the Fleet! It had a posh dashboard!
Submitted by: Jacqueline HillsHind, W
Engineering design drawing office at Fletch North as a gear specialist on transmission for gearboxes.Late 1950's till Closureco.uk/mymemoriesatstandard/">More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph WorksHindmarsh, John
In the spirit of the 'doing my bit' I obtained work at the Standard Motor Co factory, Canley, Coventry. I was first employed in the Time Office; to which all prospective employees reported. I looked so young the boss took pity on me and employed me there until I was 15, but did not disclose his reason at the time. Meanwhile I traversed this huge and diverse factory site each morning to collect each employee's 'clock card' for marking up and then returned same to the card holders in the afternoon. The factory's war production covered manufacture of the Blenheim Bomber and the De Haviland Mosquito Fighter/Bomber, together with military vehicle engine production and sundry items; employing some 4,500 personnel.
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHinks, Mike
I started with Standard Triumph in 1964 fresh from an apprenticeship with AEI. I stayed with the company in its many guises finally being The Human Resource Manager at Gaydon for Product Engineering and retired in 2002.More
Submitted by: Mike HinksHirdle, Walter
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1886 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHirons, Elsie Evelyn
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1902 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHirons, Eric
1968 to 1978 Saab Shop, 10 shop and 3,4,5 shop. Happy days and nights!Triumph Motors produced the SAAB Slant Four Engine for several years. A similar version was later used in the Dolomite and Dolomite Sprint. The Stag V8 Engine was also produced in the SAAB Shop.
Submitted by: Eric HironsHirons, Gertrude May
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1899 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHitchcox, Mark
I worked there in 79 on the dolomite and spitfire line worked on the last two spitfires to come off the line
Submitted by: Mark HitchcoxHitchins, Derek
I started in August 1959 and for over 20 happy years I worked in the new Assembly Hall known as the Rocket Range as a Line Inspector and over the years I was promoted to Quality Foreman.The Last Innsbruck
Submitted by: Derek HitchinsHitchman, William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1906 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHobbins, Bill
My father Bill Hobbins was there possibly 1940's through to maybe middle 70's
Submitted by: Patricia ShimmellHobbs, Arthur
Process Worker at Tile Hill24 years broken service.Died May 21st, 1971 aged 51
Submitted by: Standard Triumph WorksHodder, Mick
Apprentice, 1962 TinsmithMoreApprentices Photo
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodgkin, Alice E
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1885 Place of Birth: Ruddington, Nottinghamshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodgkinson, Roger Patrick
Served apprenticeship with Daimler Co., Ltd., and Standard Motor Co., Ltd., 1928-31b: July 28, 1911Joined Hollingdrake Automobile Co., Ltd., subsequently cost clerk, salesman, branch manager. Sales Manager and Sales Director. Served with R.A.S.C. during Second World War with rank of Major; taken prisoner with 18th Divn. at Singapore, February. 1942; demobilized January, 1946. Managing Director, Hollingdrake Auto mobile Co from 1953
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodgson, Audrey
Telephone Exchange 1959 (Banner Lane)More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodierne, Henry Alfred
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1901 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodierne, Walter J
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1861 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodkinson, John
Electrician. Final Finish, New Assembly Hall c1973
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHodson, Francis Hubert
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1900 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHogan, Peter
Radford30 Years Serviced 31 Jan 1973 aged 67
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHogan, T
66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery. Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Holbrook, Claude B (Colonel)
Joined 1918 as Works Manager (Triumph)1930s. MD
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolbrook, Jim
Transport manager c196546 Years ServiceRetired 1972More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolden, John
Wages Supervisor c1973. Forward Radiator, Bordesley Green. More
Submitted by: Michael NewcombeHolland, John
Worked in drawing office next door to our office cost and accounts, forward radiator, had to access scale drawing when cost of part had increased a lot compared to previous month then I consulted Ron sutherland accounts supervisor, John was is his early 30s.
Submitted by: Michael NewcombeHollis, Henry
Employed by the Standard Motor Co., Ltd. Sergeant 1866571 killed 22 June 1944 Age 19 UDEN WAR CEMETERY. Royal Air Force Volunteer Reservehttp://www.standardtriumph.co.uk/roll-of-honour-standard-motors/">More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHollis, Thomas Charles
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1902 Place of Birth: Offchurch, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHollis, William Joseph
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: N/A Place of Birth:
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolman, Basil
My uncle Bert Maynard was a tinsmith at Conley in the 40s, 50s and 60s until he became blind. My brother Basil Holman was a draughtsman at Canley too before going on to Motor Panels in the 70s.
Submitted by: Brenda MichelHolmes, Charles Frederick
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1885 Place of Birth: Spondon, Derbyshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolmes, Ernest Joseph
Groundsman, he retired in April 1948 after 17 years with the company.
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHolmes, George
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1870 Place of Birth: Atherstone, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolmes, Leonard
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1905 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHolmes, Paul
Worked there from the late 60s until he was made redundant in the 80s. He worked on the track and later on on snagging. He often used to travel to Honeybourne for snagging also as that is where they stock pilled the cars. At Christmas we used to recieve presents from the sports and social club.
Submitted by: Joanne Day - daughterHolter, Joseph
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1891 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHoltom, Dave
My brother (Graham Holtom) and I both did our apprenticeship at Standard Triumph
Submitted by: Dave HoltomHolyfield, Graham
34 Years Service (Standard & Massey Fergusons)More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHong Kong Charlie - see Charlie Gallacher
"Hong Kong Charlie ! I bought loads of stuff off him. His metal cupboard was like Aladins cave" Chris Dyne
Submitted by: John D\'ArcyHood, Tim
Following a recent post on the Standard Triumph Experimental Department Facebook, where I added a comment, somebody mentioned this directory and said I was listed but there is no info on me! So here is some info...More
Submitted by: Tim HoodHook, Gordon
Foreman, 21 shop; Production Manager.More1979 - Body and Assembly Manufacturing Manager1972 - Deputy Manager, Assembly Division< a href="http://www.standardtriumph.co.uk/tr7-canley/">The First TR7 at Canley
Submitted by: Garry OwenHooper, Ernest James
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1882 Place of Birth: Upton on Severn, Worcestershire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHopkins, Keith
Publicity Department. Service 1954-1980C1956 Overseas Public RelationsDirector of Public Relations More
Submitted by: Triumph Works ArchiveHopley, W
Supplies Division and Sales Conversion c1972More
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHorton, Charles
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1883 Place of Birth: Bristol, Gloucestershire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHorton, Edward Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1876 Place of Birth: Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHorton, Walter
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1899 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHough, Harry
Member of the St. John Ambulance Brigade for 35 years.Worked at the Standard Motor Co., where he started an ambulance division during the Second World War.
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHowell, Dave
Engineering Dept. MoreUpdated: Just came across your site and found that my name has already been added by Roly Whittaker!I have a little more information on the photo of Brian Anderson's leaving, that Malcolm Whittaker uploaded.I joined Triumph in 1978 working for Harry Reynolds and Brian England. After about a year, I moved to Tony Lee's Vehicle Development working for Kerry Cook. Very happy times! - Dave Howell.
Submitted by: Roland WhittakerHowell, Frank William
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1891 Place of Birth: Buckinghamshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHowell, Frederick
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1891 Place of Birth: Swindon, Wiltshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHowey, Dick
Worked in finishing shop at Canley from 1957 to close
Submitted by: David hemings son in lawHoyle, Richard H
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1883 Place of Birth: Lancaster, Lancashire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHubbard, Gordon
Worked in gearbox shop, latterly as an inspector started in 1950's and continued until retirement. Was treasurer of section social club and helped to organise days out and evening trips to big films in Birmingham. Bought a Mk 4 Vanguard on empty! Knee purchase scheme and later upgraded to 2000 Mk 1 Automatic. Also a member of Standard Triumph Caravan Club.
Submitted by: Phil Consadine, son in lawHudgell, Trevor
I believe he was the Chief Inspector, he was a very nice man. More
Submitted by: Martin CoxHudlass, Maurice
c.1902 Born, son of Felix William HudlassApprenticed with D. Napier and Sons of ActonServed as scrutineer at BrooklandsWorked for A. C. CarsWorked for Standard Motors1927 Joined the staff of the Royal Automobile Club (RAC)WWII Captain R.E.M.E.1947 Succeeded his father as chief engineer of the Royal Automobile Club (RAC)1958 Died in Ealing, age 56.
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHudson, Thomas
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1890 Place of Birth: Emscote, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHuffer, Ted
Painter. Allesley 15 years serviceRead More Hereuk/dennis-skyrme-allesley-paint-shop/">More
Submitted by: Stu HufferHughes, Brian
Apprentice started on the same day as me - 26 August 1968.Paint Trim and Assembly Planning SectionSon of Gerry Hughes who was a supervisor in maintenance
Submitted by: Malcolm DunnHughes, David
Transmissions development. 1977 to 1978. Mainly TR7, TR8 and Lynx. Worked with Laurie Knight, Andy Todd
Hughes, James
Boilerman. Came down from Scotland after war, worked in the boiler room until retired aged 65 in 1975.
Submitted by: Marilyn HughesHughes, John
Years of service: May 1950 to September 1980. Clock no. 21167. Started in the Re-conditioning department then moved to the gearbox machine shop at Fletchamstead South Works
Submitted by: John HughesHughes, John Joseph
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1876 Place of Birth: Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHughes, Josiah
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1900 Place of Birth: Foleshill, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHughes, Norman R
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1897 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHull, Ernest Abel
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1893 Place of Birth: Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHull, Pat (Mrs)
Publicity, Fletch South, c1971Lived at 83, Kirby Road, Earlsdon
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHumberstone, Carol
I worked there so did my Mother and sister. Remember those days with fondness.
Submitted by: Carol HumberstoneHumble, K
Apprentice graduate 1973, London Service Depot, Western Ave.Photo
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHumphries, Frank
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1904 Place of Birth: Thame, Oxfordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHumphries, H
66 men were killed serving in the Great War and their names are inscribed on the memorial stone by the promenade at London Road Cemetery. Inscription:Erected in loving memory of our comrades who gave their lives for liberty in the Great War 1914-1918 by the staff and employees of the Triumph and Gloria companies. 'He was a man and nothing that effected the human race was foreign to him.'More
Humphries, Robert
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: 1902 Place of Birth: Thame, Oxfordshire, England
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHunt, Dennis
Until 1977, Personnel Manager at Standard-Triumph; it was his job to present the company's cases. Based in HR Dept at Ivy Cottage
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHunt, Lynette
Secretary/Assistant to Triumph News. c1971. 5 years service.Married 1971
Submitted by: Standard Triumph WorksHunter, Thomas Noel (Tommy)
Tommy worked in various departments between 1963 and 1978, ending his time there working in engine dispatch.
Submitted by: Garrett Hunter (son)Hurn, R
Apprentice graduate 1973, London Service Depot, Western Ave.Photo
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHurst, Joseph
From 1921 Census. Year of Birth: N/A Place of Birth:
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHutchinson, Glen
Press officer for Triumph and worked in the Kremlin at Canley and then moved over to Longbridge .
Submitted by: Standard Triumph Works ArchiveHutt, Arthur
My Uncle Arthur Hutt who won the VC worked In The Stores There Along Time Ago http://www.standardtriumph.co.uk/arthur-hutt/
Submitted by: Adrian HiltonHutt, Jackie
I worked at Standard Triumph/Leyland Cars from leaving get school in July 1969 to May 1979 when I left to have a baby. I worked in the Planning Department at Fletch North first as a copy typist, typing the instructions to make the cars, then onto being secretary to Mr Vic Ellis, the Production and Plant Engineering Manager. Like lots of other employees have said, it was a great place to work a day the money was OK too.
Submitted by: Jackie HuttHylands, George
Competition DepartmentAllesley Service DivisionPhoto
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Mr W Vincent in New Zealand, has identified that the Chauffeur in the picture below was his grandfather William Charles Read more
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