Eric Jones
 Eric Jones    (spook, cryptographer) | |
|---|---|
| Born | 24 September 1888 |
| Died | 23 April 1956 (Age 79) |
Eric Malcolm Jones was a cryptographer and during World War II became the head of Hut 3, which was responsible for intelligence on the Wehrmacht and Luftwaffe,[1] later he became Director of GCHQ when it emerged as a separate entity.
Career
Jones was born in Buxton, Derbyshire and educated at King's School, Macclesfield.[1] He spent the early part of his life as a manager in a Manchester textile factory.[2]
World War II
He joined the Royal Air Force reserve in 1940 and was then posted to Bletchley Park.[1] From April 1943, Jones was the head of Hut 3, which was responsible for intelligence on the Wehrmacht and Luftwaffe.[1]
Post World War II
After WWII he went to Washington D.C. as representative of British Signals Intelligence.[1] He was made Deputy Director of GCHQ in 1950 and was the Director of GCHQ from April 1952 until 1960.[1] He received a knighthood in 1957.[1]
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