William Melville
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William Melville (25 April 1850 – 1 February 1918) was an Irish law enforcement officer and the first chief of the British Secret Service Bureau.
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William Melville | |
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Born | 25 April 1850 Sneem, County Kerry, Ireland |
Died | 1 February 1918(1918-02-01) (aged 67) London, England |
Occupation(s) | Detective, Spymaster |
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Children | 4, including James Melville |
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Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service branch | Secret Service Bureau |
Rank | Head of the British Secret Service Bureau |
Codename | M |
Codename | William Morgan |
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