Death of D.A. Chart, Archivist and Historian

December 9, 1960

D.A. Chart, a distinguished archivist, historian, and social scientist, passed away on December 9, 1960, at the age of 82. Born in India in 1878, Chart dedicated a significant portion of his career to preserving and documenting Northern Irish history. He served as the Deputy Keeper of the Public Records Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) from 1924 to 1948, playing a crucial role in its establishment and development. His meticulous work ensured the safeguarding of invaluable historical records, providing essential resources for future generations of researchers and contributing significantly to the understanding of Ireland's past.